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MoM of 14th meeting of the Re-constituted EAC (Industry-I) held during 23-24th December, 2019
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Impact Assessment Division
(Industry-I Sector)
Summary record of the fourteenth (14th) meeting of re-constituted expert appraisal
committee held during 23-24th December, 2019 for environmental appraisal of Industry-
1 sector projects constituted under the provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment
(EIA) notification, 2006.
The fourteenth meeting of the Re-Constituted Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) for
Industry-1 Sector constituted as per the provisions of the EIA Notification, 2006 for
Environmental Appraisal of Industry-1 Sector Projects was held during 23-24th December,
2019 in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The list of participants is
annexed.
After welcoming the Committee Members, discussion on each of the agenda items was taken
up ad-seriatim. The minutes of 13h meeting held during 27-29th November, 2019 were
confirmed by the EAC as already uploaded on PARIVESH.
24thDecember, 2019
VENUE: Conference Hall (TEESTA), Vayu Block, Indira Paryavaran Bhawan,
JorBagh, New Delhi-110003
TIME: 10:00 AM
14.14 Enhancement in production capacity of existing pelletizing plant from 6,00,000 TPA to
6,90,000 TPA through process optimization by M/s. Ardent Steel Ltd located at
Village Phuljhar District Keonjhar, Odisha- [Online Proposal No.
IA/OR/IND/124925/2019; File No. J-11011/112/2013-IAII(I)] – Environment
Clearance under para 7(ii) of EIA Notification, 2006 – regarding.
14.14.1 M/s. Ardent Steel Ltdhas made an online application vide proposal no.
IA/OR/IND/124925/2019 dated 15/12/2019 along with Form – 2, updated Form I, pre-
feasibility report & addendum to the EIA report and sought for environmental clearance
for enhancement in sponge iron production from 0.60 MTPA to 0.69 MTPA under para
7(ii) of EIA Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned above. The proposed project
activity is listed at Sl. No. 3(a) Metallurgical Industries (Ferrous and Non-ferrous)
under Category “A” EIA Notification, 2006 and the project is appraised at the Central
level.
Details submitted by the project proponent
14.14.2 M/s. Ardent Steel Limited is operating a 0.6 MTPA Pellet Plant and Coal Gasifier plant
of 25800 Nm3/hrat Village- Phuljhar, Tehsil- Telkoi, District- Keonjhar, State- Odisha
Environmental Clearance for the existing unit was obtained from MoEF&CC vide letter
no. J-11011/112/2013-IA.II (I) dated 29/03/2016.
14.14.3 The present proposal of M/s. ASL is for enhancement in production capacity of
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pelletizing plant from 6,00,000 TPA to 6,90,000 TPA. The pellet plant has 4 nos of
filter presses having capacity of (2 nos. x 75 TPH and 2 nos. x 35 T PH) which were
already being used for pellet manufacturing. Out of (2 nos. x 35 TPH), one filter press
of capacity of 35 TPH will be increased to 75 TPH to achieve the enhancement in pellet
production from 0.6 MT PA to 0.69 MTPA. Other sections of the plant will be able to
cope up with the expanded capacity due to inherent design margin to the tune of extra
15%. The fuel requirement is met from the producer gas generated in the gasifiers.
14.14.4 The certified compliance report for the existing unit was obtained from Regional office,
Bhubaneswar vide letter No. 101-884/13/EPE dated 04.10.2019 wherein non-
compliances such as installation of online stack monitoring device, third party
environmental monitoring, AAQ monitoring, establishment of ETP, display board near
the main gate of the company and newspaper advertisement regarding grant of EC have
been reported. Subsequently, Project proponent has submitted action taken report for
observed non-compliances on29.10.2019 which was examined and the report was
furnished by the Regional Office on 11.11.2019 wherein it is stated that corrective
action has been taken by the project proponent to comply to with the observed non-
compliances.
14.14.5 There is no additional land requirement for the proposed expansion. The raw materials
requirement for the proposed pellet plant expansion is given as below:
Raw Materials Proposed
requirement
Size
in mm
Source of Raw
Materials
Mode of
Transport
Iron ore fines 7,15,530 0 – 10 Iron Ore belt of
Joda- Barbil,
Odisha
Road
Bentonite 4,140 0.074 From local traders
of Bhuj, Gujarat
product
Rail
Lime Stone/
Dolomite
3,450 0 – 10 Local Market /
Sundargarh,
Odisha
Road/Rail
Fuel for
Gasifier- Coal
fines
35,190 0 – 50 Paradeep Road/Rail
14.14.6 There will be no additional water requirement for the proposed expansion and the
ground water consumption will be limited to 500 KLD as at present.
14.14.7 Pelletization essentially consists of formation of green balls by rolling fine iron ore
(Hematite)/Concentrate with critical amount of water and bentonite as binder. These
green balls of nearly 8-16 mm size are then dried, preheated and fired, all under
oxidizing conditions, to a temperature of around 1200 - 1250 deg. C. The sensible heat
of the exhaust gases is recovered and is fed back in the Indurations operation.
14.14.8 The main workshops of pelletizing production line include: concentrate storage,
bentonite storage, proportion building, Mixer building, pelletizing, green ball screening
& distributing system, traveling grate-rotary kiln-annular cooler system, main I.D. fan
system, product storing & transportation system and etc.
14.14.9 Baseline Environmental Studies were conducted during winter season from March 1st
2018 to 31st May 2018. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (AAQM) was carried out at
eight (8) locations during March 2018 to May 2018 and the baseline data indicates the
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ranges of concentrations as PM10 – 49.2 to 89.3 µg/m3; PM2.5 – 25.1 to 49.2 µg/m3; SO2
– 5.1 to 9.6 µg/m3; NO2 – 11.3 to 18.2 µg/m3. AAQ modeling study emissions indicates
that the maximum incremental GLCs after the proposed amendment is 0.76 µg/m3 with
respect to PM10.
14.14.10 Ground water quality has been monitored at eight locations in the study area and
analyzed. pH: 6.6-7.2, Total Hardness: 48-59 mg/l, Chlorides: 30-66 mg/l. Heavy
metals are within the limits. Surface water samples were analyzed from 8 locations.
Surface water samples were analyzed from 8 locations: pH: 7.2-7.6, Total Hardness:
64-71 mg/l. Heavy metals are within the limits.
14.14.11 The solid waste generation will marginally increase as the plant production increases
by 15%. The solid waste generated from the furnace includes Dust generated from ESP
of Pellet Plant, Dust generated from de-dusting units installed before various stacks,
Coal ash generated from the gasification section and broken green pellets. All the said
solid wastes except coal ash shall be recycled back to the feed system of the pellet
plant.Coal ash will be utilized for cement making, brick making, low /waste land
reclamation, etc.
14.14.12 The expansion project will not have any addition of capital cost as the proposal does
not involve any additional infrastructure.
14.14.13 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
14.14.14 Name of the Consultant: - M/s Centre for Envotech & Management Consultancy Pvt.
Ltd. (Sl. No. 24, List of QCI Accredited Consultant Organizations (Alphabetically)
Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019)
Observations of the Committee
14.14.15 The Committee noted that as per the findings of the EIA report, there is no change in
land and water requirement. The Committee considered the instant proposal under para
7(ii) (a) of the EIA Notification, 2006 and dispense with the requirement of conducting
fresh public consultation.
Recommendations of the Committee
14.14.16 In view of the forgoing and after detailed deliberations, the committee recommended
the project for grant of Environmental Clearance under para 7(ii) of EIA Notification,
2006 subject to the following specific conditions in addition to the applicable general
conditions as per the Ministry’s Office Memorandum No. 22-34/2018-III dated
9/8/2018 pertaining to pellet plants.
i. Ground water extraction shall be limited to 500 KLD as at present. No
additional ground water extraction is permitted.
ii. No slime pond is permitted.
iii. Green belt shall be developed covering 33% of the area in a time frame of two
years.
iv. Provision for industrial vacuum cleaner to control the fugitive emissions shall
be made.
v. Particulate emissions from the stacks shall be less than 30 mg/Nm3 with bag
house as APCD. Emission from ESP shall be less than 50 mg/Nm3.
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14.15 Proposed Expansion of Pellet Plant with Beneficiation (1800 TPD to 4800 TPD), DRI
Plant (300 TPD to 1000 TPD), SMS Plant (0.1 MTPA to 0.3 MTPA), Captive Power
Plant (12 MW to 38 MW) and Rolling Mill (0.25 MTPA) of M/s Shri Mahavir Ferro
Alloys Pvt. Ltd. located at Jiabahai, Kalunga Industrial Estate, Kalunga, Dist-
Sundargarh, Odisha - [Online Proposal No. IA/OR/IND/5857/2007;File No. J-
11011/606/2007-IAII(I)] – Environment Clearance – regarding
14.15.1 M/s Shri Mahavir Ferro Alloys Private Limited has made an online application vide
proposal no. IA/OR/IND/5857/2007 dated 27/11/2019 along with copy of EIA/EMP
report and Form – 2 seeking Environmental Clearance (EC) under the provisions of
EIA Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned above. The proposed project activity
is listed at Sl. No. 3(a) Metallurgical Industries (Ferrous and Non-ferrous) under
Category “A” EIA Notification, 2006 and the project is appraised at the Central level.
Details submitted by the project proponent
14.15.2 The proposed expansion of M/s Shri Mahavir Ferro Alloys Pvt. Ltd located in Kalunga
Industrial Estate, Village: Jiabahal, Tehsil: Lathikata, District: Sundargarh, State:
Odisha was initially received in the Ministry on 3/11/2017 for obtaining Terms of
Reference (ToR) as per EIA Notification, 2006. The project was appraised by the
Expert Appraisal Committee (Industry) [EAC(I)] during its 28th meeting held on 12-
14th March 2018 and prescribed ToRs to the project for undertaking detailed EIA study
for obtaining environmental clearance. Accordingly, the Ministry of Environment,
Forest and Climate Change had prescribed ToRs to the project on 28/03/2018 vide Lr.
No. J-11011/606/2007-IA.II(I).
14.15.3 Based on the ToRs prescribed to the project, the project proponent submitted an
application for environmental clearance to the Ministry online on 27/11/2019 vide
Online Application No. IA/OR/IND/5857/2007.
14.15.4 The project of M/s Shri Mahavir Ferro Alloys Pvt. Ltd located in Kalunga Industrial Estate,
Village: Jiabahal, Tehsil: Lathikata, District: Sundargarh, State: Odisha is for setting up
of a new DRI Plant (300 TPD to 1000 TPD), SMS Plant (0.1 MTPA to 0.3 MTPA),
Captive Power Plant (1x12 MW to 38 MW), Rolling Mill (0.25 MTPA), Pellet Plant
with Beneficiation (1800 TPD to 4800 TPD).The existing project was accorded
environmental clearance vide Lr. no. F.No. J-11011/606/2007-IA II(I) dated 29th
January 2008.
14.15.5 The certified compliance report for the existing unit was obtained from Regional office,
Bhubaneswar vide letter No. 101-330/07/EPE dated 26/11/2019 wherein non-
compliances such as third-party environmental monitoring, establishment of ETP,
green belt development, non-submission of six-monthly compliance report and
environmental statement have been reported. Subsequently, Project proponent has
submitted action taken report for observed non-compliances on 4/12/2019 which was
examined and the report was furnished by the Regional Office on 17/12/2019 wherein
it is stated that corrective action has been taken by the project proponent to comply to
with the observed non-compliances.
14.15.6 The existing and proposed capacity various units are given as below.
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Sl.
No. Unit/Plant
Existing
Capacity
Additional
Capacity
Proposed
Final Capacity
after
Expansion
1 Coal Washery 100 TPH --- 100 TPH
2 Pellet Plant with
Beneficiation
0.60 MTPA
(1800 TPD)
1.00 MTPA
(3000 TPD)
1.6 MTPA
(4800 TPD)
3 DRI Plant 0.10 MTPA
(3x100 TPD)
0.23 MTPA
(2x350 TPD)
0.33 MTPA
(1000 TPD)
4 SMS Plant 0.1 MTPA 0.2 MTPA 0.3 MTPA
5 Rolling Mill -- 0.25 MTPA 0.25 MTPA
6 Captive Power
Plant
12 MW
(AFBC- 8 MW,
WHRB- 4 MW)
26 MW
(AFBC - 12 MW,
WHRB - 2x7 MW
- 14 MW
38 MW
14.15.7 The total land required for the project is 44.66 ha, which is entirely of Industrial land,
No /forestland involved. The entire land has been acquired for the project. The Sankh
River passes through the project area (p./c). It has been reported that no water body/
water body exist around the project and modification/diversion in the existing natural
drainage pattern at any stage has not been proposed.
14.15.8 The topography of the area is flat (flat/undulated)and reported to lies between 220 18’
19” to 220 19’ 00”N Latitude and 840 45’ 45” to 840 46’ 27” E Longitude in Survey of
India topo sheet No.73B/11, 12, 15 & 16at an elevation of 200 m AMSL. The ground
water table reported to ranges between 4-8 mbgl below the land surface during the post-
monsoon season and 8-10 mbgl below the land surface during the pre-monsoon season.
14.15.9 No national park/wildlife sanctuary/biosphere reserve/tiger reserve/elephant reserve
etc. are reported to be located in the core and buffer zone of the project. The area also
does not report to for corridor for Schedule-I fauna.
14.15.10 The raw materials requirement for the proposed expansion is furnished as below.
Raw Materials Quantity Source
DRI Plant (700 TPD)
Coal 315000 TPA MCL, SECL and
Visakhapatam Port
Pellets 335000 TPA Inhouse Production
Dolomite 12600 TPA RA Jalan Mines
SMS Plant( 0.2 MTPA)
Sponge Iron 205000 TPA Inhouse Production
Pig Iron 17400 TPA Tata BSL Jajpur
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Ferro Alloys & Non-
Ferro Alloys
2750 TPA Tata BSL Jajpur
MS Scrap 10100 TPA Inhouse Production
Rolling Mill (0.25 MTPA)
Steel Billets 255000 TPA Inhouse Production
Captive Power Plant (26 MW = AFBC-12 + WHRB- 14 MW)
Dolochar 60000 TPA Inhouse Production
Coal 75000 TPA MCL, SECL and
Visakhapatnam Port
Pellet Plant (3000 TPD)
Iron Ore Fines(Dry) 1292308 TPA OMC Mines
Bentonite 15231 TPA Chhattisgarh
Dolomite/Limestone 15231 TPA RA Jalan Mines
Coke 34615 TPA IOCL
14.15.11 The targeted production capacity of the Existing Project is 0.1 MTPA and Proposed
Project is 0.2 MTPA, Total production capacity for Existing & Expansion Project is 0.3
million TPA. The ore for the plant would be procured from (linkages/Mining). The ore
transportation will bed one through Rail/Road (Rail/Road/Conveyor/Slurry Pipeline).
14.15.12 The water requirement of the proposed project is estimated as 170 m3/hr, which will be
met from Sankh River. The permission for drawl of surface water is obtained from
Department Water Resource, Govt. of Odisha. vide Lr. No. 10542 date 17/04/2010.
14.15.13 The power requirement for Existing & Expansion project is estimated as 40.5 MW, out
of which 38 MW will be obtained from the Captive Power Plant and balance will be
purchased from State Electricity Board.
14.15.14 Baseline Environmental Studies were conducted during Winter season i.e. from 1st
December 2017 to 28th February 2018. Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried
out at 8 locations during December 2017 to 28th February 2018 the data submitted
indicated: PM10 (47.5 µg/m3 to 83.8 µg/m3), PM2.5(24to 46.4 µg/m3), SO2(4.1 to 13.1
µg/m3) and NOx (9.2to 18.2 µg/m3). The results of the modeling study indicates that
the maximum increase of GLC for the proposed project is 2.17 µg/m3 with respect to
the PM10,0.54 µg/m3 with respect totheSO2, 0.12 µg/m3 with respect to the NOx.
14.15.15 Ground water quality has been monitored in 08 locations in the study area and analyzed
pH:7.1 to 7.5, Total Hardness: 40 to 112mg/l, Chlorides:9to18.99 mg/l, Fluoride: 0.06
to 0.1mg/l. Heavy metals are within the limits. Surface water samples were analyzed
from 08 locations. pH: 7.08 to 7.9; DO:5.4 to 7.7mg/l and BOD: 2.0 to 10.4 mg/l.
14.15.16 Noise levels are in the range of 42.9 to 75.5 dBA for daytime and 32.3 to 68.2 dBA for
nighttime.
14.15.17 It has been reported that a total of 20,420 tons/month of waste will be generated due to
the project, out of which 18,920 tons/month will be used in fly ash brick making,
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Cement Manufacturing and 1500 tons/month will be dumped in the earmarked dump
yard. It has been envisaged that an area of 7.93 ha will be developed as green belt
around the project site to attenuate the noise levels and trap the dust generated due to
the project development activities. The details of solid waste generation and its
utilization is given as below.
Solid Waste & Hazardous Waste Generation and Management
Sl. No. Source Total (TPY) Mode of Disposal/Utilization
1 Waste Oil & Lubricant 3.5KL
Shall be disposed to authorised
agency
2 DM plant resin 0.5KL
Shall be disposed in properly
constructed pit as per CPCB norms
3 Refractory waste 1 Into disposal site
4 Dolochar 60,000 AFBC boiler
5 Solid Waste
(Beneficiation Tailing) 75,000 Cement Plant /Into disposal site
(Abandoned Quarry)
6 ESP & In plant Dust 7000
Into disposal site (Abandoned
Quarry)
7 Kiln Accretion 18000
Village road construction & low
land filling, disposal
8 IF & LRF Slag 20550
Village road construction & low
land filling, disposal
9 Fly Ash
64500
Cement Plant – 30000 TPY
Local Fly Bricks Manufacturing
Units- 34500 TPY.
14.15.18 It has been reported that the Consent to Establish/Consent to Operate from the Odisha
State Pollution Control Board / Pollution Control Committee obtained vide Lr. No
2864/IND-I-CON-3294 dated 23-03-2019 and consent is valid up to 31-03-2020.
14.15.19 The Public hearing of the project was held on 26th September 2019 at IDC Play Ground,
Kalunga, P.S.- Brahmanitarang, Dist. Sundargarh, Odisha. under the chairmanship of
Mr. Nikhil PavanKalyan (Collector & District Magistrate Sundargarh) for setting up
of DRI Plant (300 TPD to 1000 TPD), SMS Plant (0.1 MTPA to 0.3 MTPA), Captive
Power Plant (1x12 MW to 38 MW), Rolling Mill (0.25 MTPA), Pellet Plant with
Beneficiation (1800 TPD to 4800 TPD). The issues raised during public hearing are,
Economic Development, Infrastructure Development, Health Care Facility, Sports,
Recreation and Community Centre, Drinking Water Facility, Environment Protection
Control, Education facility which have been addressed in the EIA report.
14.15.20 The capital cost of the project is INR 362 Crores and the capital cost for environmental
protection measures is proposed as INR1438 Lakhs. The annual recurring cost towards
the environmental protection measures is proposed as INR 319 Lakhs. The employment
generation from the proposed project / expansion is 950.
14.15.21 An amount of INR 2.97 crores is earmarked towards Corporate Environment
Responsibility (CER) related activities in a time frame 4 years.
14.15.22 Greenbelt will be developed in 37.60 Acres which is about 34% of the total acquired
area. Total area is 110.373 Acres (50.080 Acres in the existing plant and 60.293 Acres
in expansion plant). Hence total green belt area will be 37.60 Acres, out of 37.60 Acres,
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green belt is already developed in 18 Acres and rest 19.6 Acres will be covered in
coming 3 years i.e. during 2020-2022. Hence total trees (1500 tress/hectares) will be
planted in coming 3 years.
14.15.23 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
14.15.24 Name of the Consultant: - M/s Centre for Envotech & Management Consultancy Pvt.
Ltd. (Sl. No. 24, List of QCI Accredited Consultant Organizations (Alphabetically)
Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019)
Recommendations of the Committee
14.15.25 In view of the forgoing and after detailed deliberations, the committee recommended
the project for grant of Environmental Clearance under the provisions of EIA
Notification, 2006 subject to the following specific conditions in addition to the
applicable general conditions as per the Ministry’s Office Memorandum No. 22-
34/2018-III dated 9/8/2018 pertaining to Integrated Steel Plants.
i. Green belt shall be developed in 40 acres of land having tree density of 1000
trees per acres in a time frame of two years.
ii. No ground water abstraction is permitted.
iii. No slime pond is allowed.
iv. Provision for industrial vacuum cleaner to control the fugitive emissions shall
be made.
v. Particulate emissions from the stacks shall be less than 30 mg/Nm3 with bag
house as APCD. Emission from ESP shall be less than 50 mg/Nm3.
vi. Scheme to harvest rain water more than the 100 % of annual water consumption
shall be implemented.
vii. An amount of INR 2.97 Crores earmarked towards CER related activities shall
be implemented in a time frame of four years.
14.16 Capacity expansion from 4,20,000 TPA to 5,04,000 TPA in Hydro-I Hydro-II Zinc
Smelter through debottlenecking of M/s Hindustan Zinc Ltd., located at Chanderiya
Lead Zinc Smelter, P.O: Putholi, District Chittorgarh, Rajasthan- [Online Proposal
No. IA/RJ/IND/124999/2019; File No. J-11011/279/2006-IAII(I)] – Environmental
Clearance under Para 7(ii) of EIA Notification, 2006 – regarding.
14.16.1 M/s Hindustan Zinc Ltd has made application vide online proposal no.
IA/RJ/IND/124999/2019 dated 12/12/2019 along with the application in prescribed
format (Form-I) seeking Environmental Clearance under para 7(ii) of EIA
Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned above. The proposed project activity is
listed at S. No. 3(a) Metallurgical industries (ferrous & non-ferrous) under Category
“A” of the schedule of the EIA Notification, 2006 and appraised at Central Level.
Details submitted by the project proponent
14.16.2 Existing EC obtained is vide F. No: J - 11011/158/2003/IA-II (I)) dated 31st March,
2004 for Hydro Plant - I (from 1,70,000 TPA to 2,10,000 TPA) &F. No: J-
11011/279/2003/IA-II (I)) dated 6th December, 2006 for Hydro- II (2,10,000 TPA).
14.16.3 Total area existing of both Hydro Plants – I & II: 20 ha + 26.5 ha = 46.5 ha out of
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CLZS complex total area: 335.89 ha. No additional area is required for Proposed
Enhancement of Zinc Production Capacity for both Hydro Plants–I & II. The status
of production details in accordance with consent is as below:
i. Hydro-I Zinc Production: 2,10,000 TPA as per CTO vide letter no: F
F(CPM)/Chittorgarh (Gangrar)/2(1)/2016- 2017/6058-6060 Dated 25th
August 2016; CTO Renewal is under process at RSPCB; application was
submitted vide Application ID: 213271 dated 27/04/2018 to RSPCB.
ii. Hydro-II Zinc Production:2,10,000 TPA as per CTO vide letter no: F
(CPM)/Chittorgarh (Gangrar)/2(1)/2016-2017/3302-3305 dated 18th
December 2019 valid upto 31st January 2024.
14.16.4 The summary of proceedings of earlier Public consultation conducted on 29.06.2006
as given below.
S.No. Issues raised Response to Public
Hearing
Status Budget &
Time frame
1. Industry will
provide job as
per their
eligibility.
Already 80% job is been
provided to locals of
nearby villages by
company
As per
requirement /it
is in process.
Preference is
given to locals.
Continuous
2. Industry will
participate in
development of
chittorgarh
district in social
and economic
respect.
Company have Carried
out various CSR activities
in consultation with
villagers and locals of
chittorgarh.
Regular
involvement
carried out in
various
activities with
Local
administration.
Continuous
3. Industry will
incorporate
effective
pollution control
measures in
upcoming
project.
Company have adopted
world class techniques for
Pollution control
measures specially for air
(we installed 5 CAAQMS
stations, online stack
analysers attached to
RSPCB /CPCB directly,
for acid plant company
have adopted state of art
like technology like
DCDA (Double
conversion and double air
and TGT Plant with super
CGM catalyst which add
to controlled emission
levels much below the
specified norms. For
waste water management
company have two
centralised ETP followed
by RO and tertiary RO.
For HW management
company practice secured
landfill as per guideline of
Completed Involvement
in continuous
improvement.
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S.No. Issues raised Response to Public
Hearing
Status Budget &
Time frame
CPCB. More than 33%
plantation is developed
within the plant premises.
4. Vedanta
university
should start in
Chittorgarh.
Company have started
vedanta College in Sikar
and also various education
programs is been
conducted under CSR
activities.
Completed No
of educational
programmes
carried out by
HZL in
collaboration
with
government
/NGO.
Continuous.
5. Environmental
funds shall be
created for any
disaster in
Air,water, HW.
Already company have
environment fund which
is covered in public
liability insurance act
1991.
Completed Continuous
6. Reduce SO2
emission.
Company is maintaining
emission much below
statutory norms with latest
Technology. (Statutory
norms of SO2 emission is
decreased from 4kg/ton of
total production to
2kg/ton ). (1) After PH we
installed Tail gas
treatment plant in our
Pyro Plant(2) Used high
grade catalyst with
Cesium coated for best
conversion(3) Change
heat exchanger etc(4)
Online analyzer installed
,which was connected
with RSPCB/CPCB.
Emissions are
maintained
well within
norms, regular
monitoring is
been done as
per statutory
requirement
and results
submitted time
to time to
authorities.
Continuous
7. Greenbelt
development in
periphery
Greenbelt is already
developed all along
periphery with about 33%
green area already
covered with fast growing
local species by company.
Already more
than 33% area
is covered as
green and gap
filling is
continuous
process at site.
Continuous
8. Zero discharge
standard to be
maintained by
industry.
Company is already
Maintaining Zero
discharge at site and is in
process of installing Multi
effect evaporator to
support this Zero
discharge ambition
ZLD is
maintained at
site and to
strengthen 600
KLD
MEE/MVR is
under
Continuous
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S.No. Issues raised Response to Public
Hearing
Status Budget &
Time frame
construction at
site.
14.16.5 The Certified compliance report of existing environmental clearances (J-
11011/158/2003-IA II(I) Dt 31.03.2004; J-11011/279/2006-IA II(I) Dt 06.12.2006)
from the Regional Office of the MoEF&CC, Lucknow was obtained vide letter File
No: IV/ENV/R/Ind- 29/285/2004(285-371)/395 Dated 15.11.2019. All non-
compliances have been complied. Reply with photographs is already been submitted
to MOEF RO vide HZL/CLZS/ENV/33 dated 7.12.2019.
14.16.6 Environmental Baseline studies have been carried for a month from 1st October to
31st October 2019. The ambient air quality levels has been measured in 10 locations
as per the NAAQ 2009 are carried out. The major parameters PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx
and other parameter are found to be within the prescribed limits the ranges are given
below:
Sr.No Parameters Range (µg/m3) Limits (µg/m3)
1 PM10 65-95 100
2 PM2.5 25-58 60
3 SO2 10.2-22.3 80
4 NO2 15.3-32.2 80
14.16.7 The Proposed Enhancement of Zinc Production Capacity (from 4,20,000 TPA to
5,04,000 TPA) of both Hydro Plants – I & II under 7 (ii) clause of EIA notification,
2006 (20% onetime capacity expansion). Existing Unit is based on roast leach
electro-winning technology. Now, it is proposed to increase the capacity from
4,20,000 TPA to 5,04,000 TPA (20%) in its Zinc Smelter I & II on combined basis
by improving the current efficiency in cell house from 89% to 93%, increasing
current input in cell house from 190 Ka to 200 kA, Debottlenecking and increasing
the number of cells from 124 to 132 in Hydro-I cell house.
14.16.8 Proposed resources requirement (Land/raw materials/water/power) vis-à-vis with
granted Environmental Clearance
Unit As per EC
(Dec’2006)
Existing
Status
Additional
Proposed
Capacity
Total Capacity
After Proposed
Enhancement
Hydro
Smelter
420000 TPA 420000 TPA 84000 TPA 504000 TPA
(20% Expansion)
Land
Requirement
335.89 ha 335.89 ha - No Change
Water
Requirement
30670 cum/day 30670
cum/day
- No Change
Source of
Water
Gosunda Dam (Captive)/STP Udaipur/Proposed STP of
Chittorgarh/Bhilwara/Other Proposed STPs
Power
Requirement
220 MW 220 MW 20 MW 240 MW
Power
Source
Captive Thermal Power Plant / WHRB (18.8 MW)/ Captive Solar Power
Plant/ Rooftop Solar Panels/Floating Solar Panels/ AVVNL (4.59 MW
DG Sets for Emergency Purpose)
Raw
Material
Concentrate:
677177 TPA
677177 TPA
21282 TPA
698458 TPA
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Calcine:-
206000 TPA
206000 TPA 131990 TPA
337990 TPA
Employment 5141 5141 - No Change
Project Cost
(Rs in Cr)
2647 2647 138.5 2785.5
Environment
Protection
cost (Rs in
Cr)
190.1 190.1 48.5 238.6
No Change in existing Process Technology (roast leach electro-winning
Technology).
No Change in land & Water requirement.
20% Expansion in Hydro Plant by improving the current efficiency, 8 new cells
installation & Debottle necking project.
14.16.9 Pollution load quantification (Air/Water/Solid & hazardous waste/traffic) vis-à-vis with
granted Environmental Clearance after enhancement of hydro plants – I & II.
Name of the
Unit
Stack Emission
Stack Connected to PM Norms
(mg/Nm3)
Hydro Plant
(H-I)
Acid plant-Mist 50
Bag house attached to melting furnace no. 1 (a) 50
Bag house attached to melting furnace no. 2 (a) 50
Bag house attached to dross milling 50
Bag house attached to Zinc Dust 50
Hydro Plant
(H-II)
Acid plant-Mist 50
Bag house (a) & (b) attached to melting furnace No. 1 50
Bag house attached to dross milling 50
Bag house attached to Zinc dust plant 50
SO2 Emission from Acid Plant
Acid Plant SO2 Norms Emission Factor
(kg/Tonne of acid Production)
Acid plant-(Hydro-I) 2
Acid plant-(Hydro-II) 2
14.16.10 The proposed project is within the existing leaching circuit of Hydro Plants I & II
complex. The proposed enhancement project will not have any additional air
pollution source. The pollution load after proposed enhancement of Hydro Plants
will be well within the norms by existing pollution control measures and stacks. The
impact of the existing plant has been covered in the baseline environmental
monitoring studies.
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Solid Waste Generation & Management Details Of Hydro Plants -I & II
Sr.
No.
Type of Waste
Quantity
(Units)
Granted
Quantity
(Units)
Additional
Quantity
(Units)
Total (After
Enhancement
) Quantity
(Units)
Method of
Treatment and
Disposal
1 Cooler cake
(MTPA) 5,000 1000 6000
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler/Co-
processing/
Disposal in SLF
2 Anode mud
(MTPA) 2,200 0 2200
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
3 Used/Spent oil
(KLPA) 80 16 96
Reuse/ Sale to
registered
recycler
4 Waste oil
(KLPA) 270 0 270
Reuse/Sale to
registered
recycler
5 Cobalt cake
(MTPA) 1,000 0 1000
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
6
Purification
cake /
Enrichment
cake (MTPA)
12,520 0 12520
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
7
Mercury and
Mercury
compounds
22 MTPA -22 MTPA 0
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
8 Spent catalyst
in KL 60 0 60
Sale to registered
recycler/disposed
in SLF
9
Non-ferrous
Sludge from
ETP and
scrubbers
9,600
MTPA 4,000 13,600
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in
SLF/Co
processing in
Cement
industries
10
Discarded
containers/barr
els/liners used
for Haz.
Waste/chemica
ls
1,400
No's/Y 0 1,400 No's/Y
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
11
Flue gas
cleaning
residue
2.0 MTPA 0 2.0
Reuse/Recycle/S
ale to registered
recycler
/Disposed in SLF
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Sr.
No.
Type of Waste
Quantity
(Units)
Granted
Quantity
(Units)
Additional
Quantity
(Units)
Total (After
Enhancement
) Quantity
(Units)
Method of
Treatment and
Disposal
12
Spent ion
exchange resin
containing
toxic metal
1.0 MTPA 0 1.0
Sale to registered
recycler/disposed
in secure land fill
13
Water
purification
Resin
2.0 MTA 0 2.0
Sale to registered
recycler/disposed
in secure land fill
14
Filter and
Filter material
which contain
organic
compound
100 MTA 0 100
Sale to registered
recycler/disposed
to secure land
fill/approved
Incinerator
15
Oil Soaked
Jute/cotton
waste/Used
PPE’s
- 10.0 10.0
Sale to registered
recycler/disposed
to secure land
fill/approved
incinerator
16 Jarosite cake* 3,00,000 -1,00,000
(after Fumer) 2,00,000
Utilization in
Cement
Manufacturing/
Road/Rail
embankment/Co
ncrete
construction/
disposal in Lined
Jarofix yard
17 MEE Salt - 5000 5000
Recovery of
Glauber Salt/
Disposal in SLF
*Jarosite has been excluded from the schedule 1 of the Hazardous Waste Management Rules 2016 as the high volume low effect waste. ** As per latest CPCB Guideline Calomel is now been reclassified as By product.
14.16.11 Air modeling has been carried out for PM (cumulative) and also for other criteria
pollutants such as SO2 and SO3/acid mist. Acid plants in Hydro-I and Hydro-II will
generate SO2 and SO3/acid mist during operation. The emissions from acid plants
(existing and operating unit) along with additional load has been considered for
estimation of net pollutant load of Zinc Smelter. The details of predicted incremental
concentrations (GLCs) of PM, SO2 and SO3/acid mist are as below:
i. Predicted 24 Hourly Short Term Incremental Concentrations (GLCs) for
Particulate Matter:
Parameters Concentration (µg/m3) Distance (km) Direction
Proposed capacity enhancement of zinc production activities
PM 0.58 1.0 SW
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The PM Concentration will not exceed the Prescribe limit of 50 mg/Nm3
ii. Predicted 24 Hourly Short-Term Incremental Concentrations (GLCS) (SO2,
SO3 / Acid Mist)
Parameters Existing After Expansion Distance/
Direction ppm/mg/Nm3 (µg/m3) ppm/mg/Nm3 (µg/m3)
Proposedcapacityenhancement of zinc production activities
SO2 180 ppm 1.55 200 ppm 1.74 1.0 km, SW
SO3 / Acid
Mist
32.4 mg/Nm3 0.10 38.9 mg/Nm3 0.12 1.0 km, SW
Note: Emission Source: Acid Plant Main Stack; Source: CLZS -HZL
The SO2 Concentration will not exceed the Prescribe limit of 2 kg/metric ton of acid
produced and SO3/Acid Mist limit of 50 mg/Nm3
14.16.12 The net increase in SO2 concentrations is about 0.19 µg/m3 which is insignificant
due to capacity expansion from 4,20,000 TPA to 5,04,000 TPA (20%) of Zinc
Smelter-I & II on combined basis. Hence, there will be no significant impact on air
quality due to the proposed expansion.
Resultant Baseline Concentrations (µg/m3)
Parameter Incremental
GLC
Background Level
(max)
Resultant
concentration
NAAQS
PM10 0.58 79 79.58 100
SO2 0.19 17.3 17.49 80
SO3/Acid
mist
0.12 - - -
14.16.13 The estimated cost of the proposed enhancement of zinc production capacity will be
Rs. 138.5 Crores (for Hydro-I Plant & Hydro –II Plant) including the proposed
Environmental budget is about Rs. 48.5 crores for proposed enhancement of zinc
production capacity
14.16.14 The details of proposed CER activities are as given below:
Area of Intervention Expenditure in
Lakhs
Microenterprise development 50
Skilling of local youths 40
Drinking water and pipeline 30
Plantation of saplings in villages and community
land 10
Total 130
14.16.15 No any litigation pending in any court related to project or activity. No show cause
notices/direction issued under Air Act, Water Act and Environment (Protection) Act,
1986.
14.16.16 Name of the consultant: M/s. Vimta Labs [S.No.162, List of Accredited Consultant
Organizations (Alphabetically) Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019].
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Observations of the Committee
14.16.17 The Committee noted that the project proponent has not submitted the proper
justification for considering the proposal under clause 7(ii) of EIA Notification, 2006.
Further, pollution load assessment for pre and post-expansion is required.
Recommendations of the Committee
14.16.18 After detailed deliberations, the Committee recommended to seek the following
additional information for consideration of the proposal further.
i. Justification for considering the proposal under clause 7(ii) of EIA Notification,
2006 shall be provided.
ii. Pollution load assessment for pre and post-expansion shall be furnished.
14.17 Greenfield Steel Plant (Pellet Plant- 600000 TPA, DRI plant 420000 TPA, Billet
Making using Induction Furnaces-400000 TPA, Automotive Components
Manufacturing Facility120000 TPA using Billets, Ferroalloy Plant-52000 TPA, and
Captive Power Plant- 34 MW using WHRB and AFBC) by M/s. Pushp Steels &
Mining Private Limited located at Borai Industrial Growth Centre, Rasmara, District
Durg, Chhattisgarh [Online proposal No. IA/CG/IND/85734/2018; MoEF&CC File
No. J-11011/393/2018-IA-II(I)] – Environment Clearance - regarding.
14.17.1 M/s. Pushp Steels & Mining Private Limited has made an online application vide
proposal no. IA/CG/IND/85734/2018 dated 19/12/2019 along with Form 2 and EIA
report and sought for Environmental Clearance (EC) under the provisions of the EIA
Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned above. The proposed project activity is
listed at Sl. No. 3(a) Metallurgical Industries (Ferrous and Non-ferrous) under Category
“A” EIA Notification, 2006 and the project is appraised at the Central level.
Details submitted by the project proponent
14.17.2 The greenfield project of M/s Pushp Steels & Mining Private Limited is located in Borai
Industrial Growth center, Village Rasmara, Tehsil Durg, District Durg, Chhattisgarh
was initially received for obtaining Terms of Reference as per EIA Notification 2006.
The project was appraised by the Expert Appraisal Committee (Industry EAC-1) during
it 2ndmeeting held on 10-12thDecember, 2018 and prescribed TORs to the project for
undertaking detailed EIA study for obtaining Environmental Clearance. Accordingly,
the Ministry has prescribed TORs to the project on 18-12-2018 vide letter No IA-
J.11011/393/2018.IA-II(I) and subsequently amended on 28/06/2019.
14.17.3 Based on the ToRs prescribed to the project, the project proponent submitted an
application for Environmental Clearance to the Ministry online on 19/12/2019.
14.17.4 The project of M/s Pushp Steels & Mining Private Limited is located in Borai Industrial
Growth Centre, Village Rasmara, Tehsil Durg, District Durg, State Chhattisgarh is for
settling up a new Steel Plant for production of is 0.6 million TPA iron ore pellets, 0.32
million TPA steel and 0.052 million TPA ferroalloys.
14.17.5 The proposed capacity for different products for the new site is as follows:
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S.No. Name of Unit No
of
Unit
Capacity of
Each Unit
Total Production
Capacity with
products
i. Iron Ore Beneficiation
cum Pellet Plant
1
600000 TPA 600,000 TPA,
Pellets
ii. Coal Gasifier 1
2
7000 Nm3/hr
10000 Nm3/hr
27000 Nm3/hr
Producer gas
iii. DRI Plant 2
1
1
100 TPD
350 TPD
500 TPD
350,000 TPA
Sponge Iron
iv. Induction Furnace
(billets)
LRF- 15 T & 30 T) &
CCM-2 Nos
4
3
15 tons
12 tons
320,000 TPA
Billets
v. Ferroalloy Plant
3 9 MVA 52,000 TPA
(FeMn, FeSi,
SiMn)
vi. Press Machines (for
making various
automotive
components using
billets)
1
1
1
2
125 tons
60 tons
40 tons
25 tons
120,000 TPA
Automotive parts
vii. Captive Power Plant
(electricity)
- 25 MW (WHRB)
10 MW (AFBC)
35 MW
Electricity
14.17.6 The total land required for the project is 11.421 ha, 100% is industrial land. No forest
land is involved. The entire land has been acquired for the project. No River passes
through the project area. It has been reported that no water body/ water body exist
around the project and modification / diversion in the existing natural drainage pattern
at any stage has not been proposed.
14.17.7 The topography of the area is flat and reported to lie between 21°11’26.14”N to
21°11’43.80”N and 81°12’47.58”E to 81°13’01.00”Ein Survey of India Topo Sheet
No. 64G/4 at an elevation of 220 m AMSL. The ground water table reported to ranges
between 12 m below the land surface during the post-monsoon season and 10 m below
the land surface during the pre-monsoon season.
14.17.8 No national park/wildlife sanctuary/biosphere reserve/tiger reserve/elephant reserve
etc. are reported to be located in the core and buffer zone of the project. The area also
does not report to form corridor for Schedule-I fauna. As per the listof flora and fauna,
there is no presence of no Schedule-I fauna in the study area.
14.17.9 The raw materials required for the proposed project activity along with its source and
mode of transportation is given as below:
S.No. Name Quantity,
TPA
Source Transportation
1 Iron ore fines 733340 Captive mines,
purchase from
Rail and road
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S.No. Name Quantity,
TPA
Source Transportation
NMDC/ OMDC
/other mines
2 Iron ore lumps 251500 Captive iron ore
mines
Rail and road
3 Coal 501290 Purchase from
CIL, Imported
Rail and road
4 Coke 23400 Local purchase Road
5 Manganese
Ore
114400 Purchase from
MOIL, Balaghat
Rail and road
6 Limestone 6000 Local purchase Road
7 Dolomite 27000 Local purchase Road
8 Lime 12000 Local purchase Road
9 MS Scrap 43170 Local purchase Road
10 Bentonite 6000 From Kutch Road
11 Carbon paste 930 Local purchase Road
14.17.10 The targeted production capacity of the project is 0.6 million TPA iron ore pellets, 0.32
million TPA steel and 0.052 million TPA ferroalloys. The ore for the plant will be
procured from captive mines and open market. The ore transportation will be done
through Rail and Road. The WHRB will be made operational after the installation of
envisaged sponge iron units.
14.17.11 The water requirement of the project is 5000 m3/day. CSIDC has committed to supply
water to this project. Water will be sourced from Shivnath river. No groundwater will
be taken for this project except for drinking water purpose. Permission for water drawl
has been obtained from Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation on
07/09/2011.
14.17.12 The power requirement of the project is estimated as 60 MW, out of which 35 MW will
be taken from CPP and balance from GRID.
14.17.13 Baseline Environmental Studies were conducted during winter season i.e. from
December 2018 and February 2019. Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried
out at 8 locations during December 2018 to February 2019 and the data submitted
indicated: PM10 (40 to 86 µg/m3), PM2.5 (23 to 54 µg/m3), SO2 (4 to 9.8 µg/m3) and NOx
(9 to 16.8 µg/m3). The results of the Modelling study indicates that the maximum
increase of GLC for the proposed project is 6.7 µg/m3 with respect to PM10, 3.5
µg/m3with respect to SO2 and 3.9 µg/m3 with respect to NOx.
14.17.14 Ground water quality has been monitored at 8 locations in the study area and analyzed.
pH: 7.19 to 7.67, Total Hardness: 140 to 404 mg/l, Chlorides: 25 to 390 mg/l, Fluoride:
0.42 to 0.96 mg/l. Heavy metals are within the limits. Surface water quality has been
monitored at 2 locations in the study area and analyzed. pH: 7.14 to 7.2, DO: 4.7 to 4.9
mg/l, COD: 8 mg/l.
14.17.15 Noise levels are in the range of 43.1 to 53.2 dB(A) for daytime and 40.0 to 42.8 dB(A)
for night time in residential area and 61.6 dB(A) for daytime and 68.3 dB(A) night time
in Borai industrial area.
14.17.16 The details of solid waste generation and its utilization is furnished as below:
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Solid waste Quantity in
TPA
Utilization Measures
Iron ore tailings 66670 Given for cement making.
Dust from Pellet Plant
ESP and Bag Filters
16670 Reused in pellet plant.
Dolochar from DRI
Plant
87500 It will either be used in AFBC
Boilers or sold for use as fuel in
power plant of other company.
Dust from DRI Plant 68000 Used for briquette making, land
filling and other civil construction
purpose.
DRI Kiln Accretion 3150 Used for land filling and other civil
construction.
Slag from Induction
Furnaces
74680 After metal recovery it will be used
for civil construction purpose
Dust from Bag Filters
of Induction furnaces
5000 Used for land filling and other civil
construction purpose.
Slag from SAF 39000 FeMn slag used for making SiMn.
Unutilized slag will be crushed and
metal recovered. After recovery, it
will be used for land filling and other
civil construction purpose.
Bag Filter Dust from
SAF
20800 Unutilized Used for land filling and
other civil construction purpose.
Coal ash (95% flyash)
from ESP of Power
Plant
72020 Used as per MOEF&CC rule; given
for cement making, brick making
and making other construction
material, also as landfill material.
Coal ash (Bed ash)
from Coal Gasifier
14652 Given for brick making, andalso
used as landfilling material.
14.17.17 The Public hearing for the project was held on 16-10-2019 at Rasmara village under
the chairmanship of Additional Collector, District Durg. for setting up of the greenfield
plant. The issues raised during public hearing are pollution from existing industries,
rising unemployment, non-payment of proper wages, retrenchment, inadequate CSR by
existing industries etc., which have been addressed in the EIA report.
14.17.18 The capital cost of the total project is INR 510 Crores and the capital cost for
environmental protection measures proposed is INR 13 crores (to be spent in phases
and will commensurate with investments in project). The annual recurring cost towards
the environmental protection measures is approximately INR 3.4 crores (as required for
phases and will commensurate with investments in project). The total employment
generation (direct and indirect) in the proposed project is 1000.
14.17.19 An amount of INR 810 lakhs is earmarked towards the Corporate Environment
Responsibility related activities. The details of the CER activities along with the time
frame is furnished as below:
S.No. Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total
1. Training and
employment to local
youths
4 8 12 22 46
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S.No. Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total
2. Infrastructure
development of
surrounding villages
18 32 61 112 223
3. Drinking water facilities 5 5 12 23 45
4. Water conservation 6 6 14 24 50
5. Sanitation and solid
waste management
7 15 49 67 138
6. Sewerage and drainage - 5 9 18 32
7. Medicare facilities 4 4 34 44 86
8. Sports and other social
and developmental
activities
8 22 54 106 190
Total 52 97 245 416 810
14.17.20 Greenbelt will be developed in 3.76 ha which is about 33% of the total acquired area.
A 10-20 m wide greenbelt, consisting of at least 3 tiers around plant boundary will be
developed as greenbelt and green cover as per CPCB guidelines. Local and native
species will be planted with a density of 2500 trees per ha. Total number of 9400
saplings that will be planted and nurtured in 2 years.
14.17.21 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
14.17.22 Name of the consultant: Grass Roots Research and Creation India (P) Ltd. [Sr. No. 82,
List of Accredited Consultant Organizations (Alphabetically) Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019].
Recommendations of the Committee
14.17.23 After detailed deliberations, the committee recommended the project for grant of
Environmental Clearance under the provisions of EIA Notification, 2006 subject to the
following specific conditions in addition to the applicable general conditions as per the
Ministry’s Office Memorandum No. 22-34/2018-IA.III dated 9/8/2018 pertaining to
Integrated Steel Plants.
i. The gasifier shall be closed loop technology.
ii. Effluent generated from the producer gas plant shall be treated and reused.
iii. Coal dust generated from producer gas plant shall be recycled.
iv. The excess dolochar generated shall be used only for power generation within
the plant and no sale is allowed.
v. Air cooled condenser shall be used in power plant.
vi. No slime pond is allowed.
vii. Provision for industrial vacuum cleaner to control the fugitive emissions shall
be made.
viii. Particulate emissions from the stacks shall be less than 30 mg/Nm3 with bag
house as APCD. Emission from ESP shall be less than 50 mg/Nm3.
ix. Scheme to harvest rain water more than the 100 % of annual water consumption
shall be implemented.
x. Domestic wastewater shall be treated in STP and reused.
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14.18 Proposed Expansion & modernization of the Blast Furnace & Ductile Iron Pipe Plant
for the ultimate production of 4.25 LTPA Liquid Metal/Pig, 5.58 LTPA Sinter, 4.0
LTPA DI Pipes, 0.288 LTPA DI Accessories, 0.9 LTPA liquid hot metal along with 5.0
MW capacity Power based on Blast Furnace Gas (Boiler), 4000 Nm3/hr Oxygen, 2200
Nm3/hr by M/s Electrosteel Casting Ltd. located at 30. B.T. Road, Khardha, Dist
North 24 Parganas, West Bengal- [Online Proposal No. IA/WB/IND/130437/2019;
MoEF&CC File No. J-11011/416/2019- IAII(I)] – Prescribing of Terms of Reference
– regarding.
14.18.1 M/s. Electrosteel Casting Limited has made application vide online proposal no.
IA/WB/IND/130437/2019 dated 9/12/2019 along with the application in prescribed
format (Form-I), copy of pre-feasibility report and proposed ToRs for undertaking
detailed EIA study as per the EIA Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned above.
The proposed project activity is listed at S. No. 3(a) Metallurgical industries (ferrous
& non-ferrous) under Category “A” of the schedule of the EIA Notification, 2006 and
appraised at Central Level.
Details submitted by the project proponent
14.18.2 M/s Electrosteel Castings Limited proposes expansion & modernization of the Blast
Furnace & Ductile Iron Pipe Plant for the ultimate production of 4.25 LTPA Liquid
Metal/Pig, 5.58 LTPA Sinter, 4.0 LTPA DI Pipes, 0.288 LTPA DI Accessories, 0.9
LTPA liquid hot metal along with 5.0 MW capacity Power based on Blast Furnace
Gas (Boiler), 4000 Nm3/hr Oxygen, 2200 Nm3/hr Nitrogen on the available vacant
area within the existing plant premises of total area 14.57 hectares (36 acres) of land.
14.18.3 The details of the existing and proposed expansion is furnished as below.
Sl.
No.
Unit Existing
Capacity
Additional
Capacity
Proposed
Final
Capacity
1 Liquid Metal / Pig
(Blast furnace)
2.84 LTPA
(215Cu.m.)
1.41 LTPA 4.25 LTPA
(290Cu.m)
2 Sinter Plant 3.6 LTPA.
(30 Sq. m)
1.98 LTPA
(18 Sq. m)
5.58 LTPA
3 DI Pipes 2.73 LTPA 1.27 LTPA 4.0 LTPA
4 DI Accessories 0.238 LTPA 0.05 LTPA 0.288 LTPA
5 Iron Melting 0.3 LTPA
(1 X 4.5 TPH)
0.6 LTPA
(2 X 4.5 TPH)
0.9 LTPA
(3 X 4.5
TPH)
6 Captive Power Plant
Blast Furnace Gas
based. (Boiler)
3.25 MW
(20TPH Boiler)
1.75 MW
(10TPH Boiler)
5.0 MW
7 Oxygen Plant Nil 4000 Nm3/hr. 4000
Nm3/hr.
8 Nitrogen Plant Nil 2200 Nm3/hr. 2200
Nm3/hr.
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14.18.4 The details of the statutory permissions obtained for the existing unit is furnished as
below:
Sl.
no.
Unit Existing
Capacity
Year of
Establishment
Statutory Permissions
1 Liquid
Metal/Pig
(Blast
furnace)*
2.84 LTPA
(215Cu.m.)
May'2000 1. CTE: 361-50/WPB-
Nov/164/99.
2. Valid CTO:
1366/10/12/WPB/BR/J(XX)/96
dated 23.11.16 valid upto
31.12.21.(C087382)
2 Sinter Plant* 3.6 LTPA.
(30 Sq. m)
April'2006 1. CTE: 02-2N 308/2005.
2. Valid CTO:
1366/10/12/WPB/BR/J(XX)/96
dated 23.11.16 valid upto
31.12.21. .(C087382)
3 DI Pipes* 2.73 LTPA May'2001 1. CTE: 430-50/WPB-
NOC/162/99.
2. Valid CTO:
1770/Ka_co_r/14/0315 dated
01.11.18 valid upto 31.10.23.
(C083562)
4 DI
Accessories*
0.238
LTPA
May'2001 1. CTE: 431/2N-2267/2001
2. Valid CTO:
1770/Ka_co_r/14/0315 dated
01.11.18 valid upto 31.10.23.
(C083562)
5 Iron
Melting**
0.3 LTPA
(1 X 4.5
TPH)
August'2008 1. EC: EN/1598/T-II-
I/022/2008 28.07.08.
2. CTE: 281-2N-25/2008 (E) dt
11.08.08
3. CTO: 1049/kr_co_s/09/0066
dated 24.5.2019 valid up to
31.07.24.(C083596)
6 Captive
Power Plant
Blast
Furnace Gas
based.
(Boiler)*
3.25 MW
(20TPH
Boiler)
Same as Sl. No.1
* The Existing units were established before 14th Sept'2006 after getting consent
to establish from WBPCB as per prevailing norms.
** The Unit was established in the Year 2008 after getting Environmental
clearance from SEIAA, West Bengal & subsequent consent to establish from
WBPCB. Capacity of Induction furnace is 4.5 TPH (< 5 TPH).
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14.18.5 The proposed unit is located at 30, B. T. Road, P.O: Sukhchar, Khardah, Dist. North
24 Parganas, West Bengal. Its geographical co-ordinates are 22˚42’03” to 22˚42’50”
N latitude and 88˚22’28” to 88˚22’46” E longitude with above mean sea level
(AMSL) 15 m.
14.18.6 The proposed expansion project will be installed on the available vacant area within
the existing plant premises consisting of total 14.57 hectares (36 acres) of land. The
entire land has been acquired for the project. No forest land involved. Of the total
area, 4.81 ha (33%) land will be used for green belt development.
14.18.7 No national park / wildlife sanctuary / biosphere reserve / tiger reserve / elephant
reserve etc. Is reported to be located in the core and buffer zone of the project. The
area also does not report to form corridor for Schedule-I fauna.
14.18.8 Total project cost is approx. Rs. 330 Crores. The estimated manpower requirement
will be about 300 persons.
14.18.9 The Company proposes expansion & modernization of the Blast Furnace & Ductile
Iron Pipe Plant for the ultimate production of 4.25 LTPA Liquid Metal/Pig, 5.58
LTPA Sinter, 4.0 LTPA DI Pipes, 0.288 LTPA DI Accessories, 0.9 LTPA liquid hot
metal along with 5.0 MW capacity Power based on Blast Furnace Gas (Boiler), 4000
Sm3/hr Oxygen, 2200 Sm3/hr Nitrogen. The raw material transportation will be done
through Rail and road linkages.
14.18.10 Existing power requirement is about 20 MW. Additional 10 MW shall be required for
the expansion project and will be sourced from Captive Power Plant and CESC
Supply.
14.18.11 The details of the existing and proposed raw materials, requirement for the project are
as follows:
Sl.
No
Unit Material Existi
ng
Qty.
Propo
sed
qty.
Unit Source Mode of
Transport
ation
LMW
Raw materials
1 Quartzite
381 579 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road/Rail
2 Mn Ore
37 56 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road/Rail
3 Iron ore (lump & fines) /
Mill Scale 39198
596
14
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road/Rail
4 Dolomite
2014 306
3
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road/Rail
5 Coke Fines (Sinter)
2191 333
2
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
6 Coal/Coke (MBF)
15535 236
26
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
7 Burnt Lime + LimeStone
4124 627
2
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
8
DIW
Zn wire 190 292
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
9 Sponge Iron
3146 4840 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road/Rail
10 Pure mg
32 49 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
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14.18.12 Water to the tune of 700 KLD will be needed for the proposed expansion project.
Domestic waste water will be treated in Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and industrial
waste water generated will be treated in water treatment facility and reused
completely.
14.18.13 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
14.18.14 Name of the consultant: Envirotech East Pvt. Ltd. [Sr. No. 55, List of Accredited
Consultant Organizations (Alphabetically) Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019].
Observations of the Committee
14.18.15 The Committee noted that the proposed plant layout is congested and located within
the thickly populated residential area. The process envisaged in the expansion
proposal is likely to generate foul/odour in the vicinity.
Recommendations of the Committee
14.18.16 Therefore, the committee after detailed deliberations, decided to conduct site visit to
verify the ground situation by a sub-committee.
14.19 Expansion of Steel Industry from 170,000 TPA to 2,30,000 TPA of Rolled Steel of M/s.
Aarti Steels Limited located at Ludhiana, District- Ludhiana, Punjab- [Online
Proposal No. IA/PB/IND/130267/2019; MoEF&CC File No. J-11011/417/2019-
IAII(I)] – Prescribing of Terms of Reference – regarding.
14.19.1 M/s. Aarti Steels Limited has made application vide online proposal no.
IA/PB/IND/130267/2019 dated 07/12/2019 along with the application in prescribed
format (Form-I), copy of pre-feasibility report and proposed ToRs for undertaking
detailed EIA study as per the EIA Notification, 2006 for the project mentioned
above. The proposed project activity is listed at S. No. 3(a) Metallurgical industries
(ferrous & non-ferrous) under Category “A” of the schedule of the EIA Notification,
2006 and appraised at Central Level.
11 Pig Iron
18 28 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
12 MS Scrap
545 838 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
13 Liquid Metal
22591 34755 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
14 Ferro Silicon
476 732 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
15 Ferro Manganese
6 9 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
16 EPS
5 8 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
17 Cement
2621 4032 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
18
Iron
Melting
Sponge Iron 2706 8118
MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
19 Scrap
300 900 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
20 Pig Iron
32 96 MT/
mth
Local
Mkt Road
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Details submitted by the project proponent
14.19.2 The existing plant was accorded Environmental Clearance vide lr.no. CSA/6419
dated 30/05/2003 by Competent State Authority (CSA) of Government of Punjab.
Consent to Operate for Arc Furnace Division was accorded by Punjab State Pollution
Control Board vide lr. No. R16LDH1CTOA3561956, validity of which is up to
31/03/2021 for Air and vide lr. No. R16LDHCTOW3561870, validity of which is
up to 31/03/2021 for Water.
14.19.3 Consent to Operate for Induction Furnace Division was accorded by Punjab State
Pollution Control Board vide lr. No. R15LDH1CTOA3263978 for air which is valid
up to 31/03/2020 and vide lr. No. R15LDH1CTOW3264172 for water which is valid
up to 31/03/2020.
14.19.4 Consent to Operate was accorded by Punjab State pollution Control Board for
Rolling Mill Division vide lr. No. CTOA/Renewal/LDH1/2018/7027323 for air,
which is valid upto 30/09/2022 and vide lr. No. CTOA /Renewal/
LDH1/2018/7027276 for water which is valid up to 30/09/2022. Consent to Operate
was accorded by Punjab State pollution Control Board for Steel Wire Division vide
lr. No. R15LDH1CTOA3161477 for air which is valid upto 31/03/2020 and vide lr.
No. R15LDH1CTOW3161346 for water which is valid up to 31/03/2020.
14.19.5 The proposed unit will be located at Plot No. 1855-1859, Focal Point, Phase-III,
Village Dhandari Kalan/Jamalpur, Tehsil- Ludhiana, District-Ludhiana, State-
Punjab.
14.19.6 The land area acquired for the proposed plant is 22.97 acres (9.3 ha) out of which 0
acre is an agricultural land,0 acre is grazing land and 0 acres is others (Government
Land). No/forestland involved. The entire land has been acquired for the project. Of
the total area 2.2ha (5.4 acre) (~23%) land will be used for green belt development.
14.19.7 No national park/wildlife sanctuary/biosphere reserve/tiger reserve/elephant reserve
etc. are reported to be located in the core and buffer zone of the project. The area
also does not report to form corridor for Schedule-I fauna.
14.19.8 Total project cost is approx.INR 223.58 Crore. Proposed employment generation
from proposed project will be 250 direct employment.
14.19.9 The targeted production capacity of the project is 2,30,000 TPA. Being a secondary
steel plant no Iron ore for the plant would be needed. Other raw materials will be
transported through Road. The proposed capacity for different products for the
project is as below:
Name of unit No. of
units
Capacity of
Unit
Production
Capacity
(After Expansion)
Billet manufacturing (EAF) 1 35 t 165,000 tpa
Billet manufacturing (IF) 2 12 t each 65,000 tpa
Round product (Rolling Mill) 3 2,00,000 tpa 158,400 tpa
Flats (Rolling Mill) 1 - 70,700 tpa
14.19.10 The electricity load of 38.5 MVA will be procured from Punjab State Power
Corporation Limited (PSPCL). Company has also proposed to install Nil DG Set.
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14.19.11 Proposed raw material and fuel requirement for project are 3,08,385 TPA. The
requirement would be fulfilled by purchase as well as internal generation. Fuel
consumption will be mainly Fuel oil and HSD.
14.19.12 Water Consumption for the proposed project will be 1174 KLD and waste water
generation will be 38 KLD from process and 72 KLD from STP, both of which will
be recycled and reused. Domestic waste water will be treated in STP and industrial
waste water generated will be treated in ETP and reused in plant.
14.19.13 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
14.19.14 Environment Consultant GreenC India Consulting Private Limited [Sl. No. 75, List
of Accredited Consultant Organizations (Alphabetically) Rev. 82, Dec. 05, 2019].
Observations of the Committee:
14.19.15 The Committee noted that the proposed plant site is located within the Critically
Polluted Area and there is no space available for green belt development within the
plant premises and the adjoining area. There is no surface water availability and only
ground water is available.
Recommendations of the Committee:
14.19.16 The proponent was asked to look for better pollution control devices, reduction in
source and fugitive emission by way of improved control technologies (or)
modification in production process and equipment. The proponent was also asked to
examine the possibilities of alternative water sources bv use of sewage (or) effluent
from CETP as alternate water source in place of ground water.
14.20 Greenfield Copper Refinery Plant (1.0 MTPA) project of M/s Adani Enterprises
Limited located at Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone land in village(s) Siracha
and Navinal, Taluka Mundra, District Kutch, Gujarat – [Online Proposal No.
IA/GJ/IND/86812/2016; MoEF&CC File No. J-11011/113/2016- IAII(I)]-
Reconsideration based on the Site Visit Report - Environmental Clearance -
regarding.
14.20.1 The aforesaid proposal was earlier considered in the meetings of the Expert
Appraisal Committee held during 9-11th January 2019 and 22-23rd August 2019 and
the relevant portion of the minutes of the meeting is given as below:
Minutes of meeting of REAC held during 9-11th January 2019:
1.0 M/s. Adani Limited has made online application vide proposal no.
IA/GJ/IND/86812/2016dated 6th December 2018 along with copies of EIA/EMP
report seeking environmental clearance under the provisions of the EIA Notification,
2006 for the project mentioned above. The proposed project activity is listed at Sl.
No. 3(a) Metallurgical Industries (Ferrous and Non-ferrous) under Category “A” EIA
Notification, 2006 and the proposal is appraised at Central level.
Details submitted by the Project Proponent
2.0 The Greenfield Copper Refinery of 1 (One) Million Tons Per Annum (MTPA)
project by M/s Adani Enterprises Limited, proposed at Adani Ports and Special
Economic Zone land in village(s) Siracha and Navinal, Taluka Mundra, District
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Kutch, State Gujarat was initially received in the Ministry on 21st April 2016 for
obtaining Terms of Reference (ToR) as per EIA Notification, 2006. The project was
appraised by the Expert Appraisal Committee (Industry) [EAC(I)] during its
6thmeeting held on 4thMay 2016 and prescribed ToRs to the project for undertaking
detailed EIA study for obtaining environmental clearance. Accordingly, the Ministry
of Environment, Forest & Climate Change had prescribed ToRs to the project on 21st
June 2016 vide Lr. No. F. No. J-11011/113/2016 IA.II (I).
3.0 The project of M/s. Adani Enterprises Limited located in Villages of Siracha
and Navinal, Taluka Mundra, District Kutch, State of Gujarat is for setting up of a
new Copper Refinery for production of 1 million tonnes per annum (million TPA) of
Copper Cathode. The detail of overall plant configuration as below:
Sr.
No. Plant Units Phase-I Phase-II
Overall Plant
Configuration
1 Copper Smelter Plant TPA 4,50,000 4,50,000 9,00,000
2 Copper Refinery Plant TPA 5,00,000 5,00,000 10,00,000
3 Continuous Cast Copper
Rod Plant TPA 2,50,000 2,50,000 5,00,000
4 Copper Scrap & E-Scrap
Melting Facility TPA 50,000 50,000 1,00,000
5 Sulphuric Acid Plant TPA 15,00,00
0
15,00,00
0 30,00,000
6 Phosphoric Acid Plant
(100% P2O5) TPA 2,50,000 2,50,000 5,00,000
7 Aluminum Fluoride Plant TPA 15,000 15,000 30,000
8 Oxygen (Industrial) Plant TPM 48,000 48,000 96,000
9 Precious Metal Recovery Plant
a Gold TPA 25 25 50
b Silver TPA 250 250 500
c Selenium TPA 144 144 288
10 Waste Heat recovery boiler
based power plant MW 20 20 40
4.0 The proposed capacity for different products for new site area as below:
Sr.
No.
Products Units Phase-I Phase-II Overall
Plant
Capacity
I Main Products
1 Copper Cathode TPA 5,00,000 5,00,000 10,00,000
2 Sulphuric Acid (> 98%) TPA 15,00,000 15,00,000 30,00,000
3 Continuous Cast Copper
Wire Rod
TPA 2,50,000 2,50,000 5,00,000
4 Gold TPA 25 25 50
5 Silver TPA 250 250 500
6 Phosphoric Acid (as
100% P2O5)
TPA 2,50,000 2,50,000 5,00,000
7 Aluminum Fluoride TPA 15,000 15,000 30,000
II By-Products
8 Anode Slime TPM 250 250 500
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Sr.
No.
Products Units Phase-I Phase-II Overall
Plant
Capacity
9 Selenium TPM 12 12 24
10 PGM Concentrate TPM 3 3 6
11 Ferro Sand/ Iron Silicate
- Copper Slag
(Granulated)
TPM 92,500 92,500 1,85,000
12 Phosphogypsum TPM 1,04,167 1,04,167 2,08,334
13 Hydro Fluro Silicic Acid
(~20% as H2SiF6)
TPM 1,250 1,250 2,500
14 Copper Telluride TPM 21 21 42
15 Tellurium TPM 4 4 8
16 Nickel TPM 8 8 16
17 Bismuth Bisulphate TPM 60 60 120
18 Calomel (Mercury
Chloride)
TPM 9 9 18
19 Mercury TPM 8 8 16
20 CCR Mill Scale TPM 25 25 50
5.0 The total land required for the project is 256.58 ha, out of which zero (0) ha is
an agricultural land, zero (0) ha is grazing land, 102.39 ha forest land applied for
diversion by APSEZ and 154.19 ha is non-forest land already notified as SEZ. The
non-forest land has been acquired by APSEZ and in-principle approval for diversion
of forest land has been obtained by APSEZ and committed to provide this land for
the project. The Dhaneswari (Dhenderi) River passes through the project area which
will be suitably trained and maintained.
6.0 The topography of the area is flat and slightly undulating and ranges between
22°48’13.26"N to 22°50‘01.88"NLatitude and 69°33'34.74"Eto
69°35‘08.42"ELongitude in Survey of India topo sheet No. F42J9 & 10, at an
elevation of 7-10 m AMSL. The ground water table ranges between 2-10 m below
the land surface during the post-monsoon season and 2-20 m below the land surface
during the pre-monsoon season. The stage of groundwater development in Mundra
Taluka is reported to be 63.28% and designated as safe areas as per Technical Report
Series, Ground Water Brochure of Kutch District by CGWB – 2013. No groundwater
is proposed for either construction or operation phase of the project.
7.0 No National Park/Wildlife Sanctuary/Biosphere Reserve/Tiger
Reserve/Elephant Reserve etc. are reported to be located in the core and buffer zone
within the 10 km radius of the project. The area also does not report to form corridor
for Schedule-I fauna. Floral species are mainly dominated by Prosopis juliflora and
Acacia Senegal. The faunal species were categorized as per conservation status of
Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and reveals that peacock is the only Scheduled-I species
in the study area and the conservation plan with Rs. 40 lakhs tentative budget is
proposed in Section 3.9 of EIA Report.
8.0 The proposed Copper refinery plant with various facilities will be using
following raw materials:
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a. Copper Concentrate: Production of Copper, Sulphuric Acid, Gold, Silver and
other by products such as Ferro sand (Iron Silicate/ Copper Slag), Selenium,
Copper Telluride, Nickel / Nickel Sludge (Nickel Sulphate/ Nickel Carbonate),
production of electricity from waste heat recovery system, etc.
b. Rock Phosphate: Production of Phosphoric Acid and by product Hydro Fluro
Silicic Acid and Phospho Gypsum.
c. Aluminum Hydrate: Production of Aluminum Flouride
d. Quick Lime: For Effluent Treatment Plant
Following fuel will be used as per process Requirement:
a. LPG/ PNG
b. Furnace Oil
c. High Speed Diesel
d. Met Coke
e. Coal/ Pet Coke
During the manufacturing Process, following waste will be generated, which will be
recycled in the process or will be sent to authorised recyclers:
a. Nickel Sulphate Sludge
b. Arsenic Bearing Sludge – As-Cu Precipitate
c. Used Oil
d. Oil Sludge
During the manufacturing Process, following Hazardous waste will be generated and
will be stored in Secured Landfill (SLF) designed in accordance with CPCB
Guidelines:
a. ETP Waste sludge and Scrubber Waste
b. Spent Catalyst
c. Spent resins from DM, RO & Refinery Plant
d. Salts from Multi Effect Evaporator
10.0 The proposed project to adopt pyros melting technology and electro refining
process to produce copper cathode. The sulphur dioxide generated during the smelting
of copper concentrate is converted into sulphuric acid by Double Conversion Double
Absorption (DCDA) process. Part of the sulphuric acid is utilized for production of
phosphoric acid within the plant.
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11.0 Plant is designed on Zero Liquid Discharge concept design and hence no
process or treated water will be discharged outside the plant. The treated water will
be recycled within the process and to address treated water balance a Reverse Osmosis
plant with Multi Effect Evaporator will be installed.
12.0 Copper Concentrate will be largely imported from various countries across the
globe such as Chile, Peru, Brazil, Australia, Africa, Indonesia, etc. and Rock
Phosphate is imported from countries like Jordan, Morocco, Australia, etc. Copper
Concentrate & Rock Phosphate will be unloaded from the ship and transported to the
closed warehouse either by pipe conveyor or through covered trucks. The principal
raw material for the production of copper metal is copper concentrate blend
containing about 25-35% copper, 25-34% sulphur, iron 25-35% and 7-10% moisture.
Approximately, 3 LTPA copper scrap and electronic scrap is also used as input to
proposed copper smelting plant and copper scrap melting facility.
13.0 The major steps in copper extraction, inter alia, including Blending of different
grades of concentrates;Smelting of concentrate in smelting furnace to produce an
intermediate copper rich product known as ”matte” containing 58 - 63% copper;
Converting of liquid matte to blister copper (98 - 99% Cu) in Pierce-Smith
converter;Fire refining of blister copper to produce anode copper (99.5% Cu) in anode
furnace and casting of the anodes; and Electrolytic refining of anodes to produce
copper cathodes (99.99% Cu).In the process of extraction of copper metal, sulphuric
acid is recovered as a by product from the off-gases generated from the smelting and
converting furnaces. A part of sulphuric acid produced is utilized for phosphoric acid
production and rest will be sold in the market based on market requirement.
Phosphoric Acid (PA) Plant uses sulphuric acid produced within the plant and
imported rock phosphate to produce Phosphoric Acid. Phosphoric Acid is largely
used in fertiliser industries to make phosphatic fertilisers. During the process fluorine
gases are recovered as hydrofluro silicic acid (HFSA) through scrubbing system.
HFSA is one of the major raw materials for production of Flouride based chemicals.
Hydro fluro silicic acid generated from phosphoric acid plant will be partly sold to
fluoride based industries and rest will be converted in value added aluminum fluoride.
Aluminum Fluoride plant will be using HFSA produced in PA Plant and Aluminum
Hydrate to produce Aluminum Fluoride. Aluminum Fluoride is an important material
in production of Aluminum Metal. Aluminum fluoride produced will be sold to
aluminum manufacturing companies. The precious metal in the form of anode slime
is collected during electrolytic refining of copper will be processed to produce gold,
silver and Platinum Group of Metals (PGM) concentrate as well as recovery of minor
metals such as Tellurium, Bismuth, Nickel, etc). The copper cathode produced from
copper refinery will be melted and drawn in the form of copper wire rod on continuous
basis from a continuous casting and rolling machine. Copper rod will be of various
sizes as per market requirement such as 8 to 32 mm.
14.0 The wastewater generated from copper smelter, sulphuric acid plant, copper
refinery, Phosphoric Acid Plant and Aluminum Fluoride plant will be treated in state
of art effluent treatment facility. Treated effluent will be consumed within the plant
operations to maximum extent. A Reverse Osmosis plant with Multi effect evaporator
will be installed at the outlet of treated effluent to reuse water internally and reduce
water consumption. This will ensure the plant as a Zero Liquid Discharge facility.
15.0 The major technological units envisaged for the copper refinery project are:
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Raw material handling system; Smelting furnace; Pierce smith converter; Ferro Sand
Cleaning Furnace (FSCF); Copper scrap & E-scrap melting system; Anode furnace
& anode casting wheel; Off gas handling; Sulphuric acid plant;Oxygen plant; Copper
Refinery Plant; Precious metal recovery plant; Continuous cast copper wire rod plant;
Phosphoric acid plant; Aluminum fluoride plant; and Effluent Treatment Plant
(ETP),Utilities like Power, Water, Air and Fuel
16.0 The targeted production capacity of the proposed project is 1.0 million TPA.
The raw material for the plant would be procured from open market. The raw material
transportation will be by pipe conveyor or covered trucks from port to plant.
17.0 The water requirement of the project is estimated as approx. 32800 m3/day of
fresh water requirement will be obtained from the desalination plant of Adani Port
Special Economic Zone (APSEZ). 5,418 m3 /day treated water from ETP & STP will
be utilized for plant operation.
18.0 The power requirement of the project is estimated as 300 MW, out of which 260
MW will be obtained from the APSEZ through MUPL and 40 MW would be
generated from waste heat recovery system.
19.0 Baseline Environmental Studies were conducted during post-monsoon and
partly winter season i.e. from 1st October to 31st December, 2016 Ambient air quality
monitoring has been carried out at 8 locations during 1st October to 31st December,
2016 and the data submitted indicated: PM10 (35.2 to 84.2 µg/m3), PM2.5 (19.2 to
43.9 µg/m3), SO2 (14.8 to 42.6 µg/m3) and NOx (13.1 to 32.8 µg/m3). The results of
the modeling study indicates that the maximum increase of GLC for the proposed
project is 0.52 µg/m3 with respect to the PM2.5, 1.27 µg/m3 with respect to the PM10,
10.37 µg/m3 with respect to the SO2 and 0.23 µg/m3 with respect to the NOx.
20.0 Ground water quality has been monitored in 8 locations in the study area and
analysed. pH: 7.3 to 7.8, Total Hardness: 125 to 392 mg/l, Chlorides: 282.6 to 978.4
mg/l, Fluoride: 0.9 to 1.5 mg/l. Heavy metals are within the limits. Surface water
samples were analysed from 4 locations. pH: 7.2 to 8.0; DO: 5.6 to 5.9 mg/l and
BOD: <3 mg/l. COD from 60 to 80 mg/l.
21.0 Noise levels are in the range of 48.5 to 56.6 dB(A) for daytime and 42.3 to 48.8
dB(A) for night time.
22.0 It has been reported that there are no people in the core zone of the project. No
R&R is involved. It has been envisaged that no families to be rehabilitated,
23.0 It has been reported that a total of 225694 tons per annum of waste will be
generated due to the project, out of which 9274 tonnes per annum will be recycled
through authorised recyclers and within the process. Rest will be stored in the secured
landfill (SLF). It has been envisaged that an area of 85.79ha will be developed as
green belt around the project site to attenuate the noise levels and trap the dust
generated due to the project development activities.
24.0 It has been reported that the Consent to Establish/Consent to Operate from the
Gujarat State Pollution Control Board / Pollution Control Committee will be obtained
as per applicable requirements after obtaining the Environmental Clearance.
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25.0 The Public hearing of the project was held on 29th April 2017at Community
Premises Centre Samajvadi Opposite Tunda Primary School under the chairmanship
of Shri D R Patel (GAS)(Additional District Magistrate and Resident Additional
Collector) for production of 1.0 million TPA of setting up of Copper Refinery plant,
under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate and Resident Additional
Collector. The issues raised during public hearing were mainly about Employment,
Environmental Protection and Rural infrastructure. An amount of Rs. 4000Lakhs has
been earmarked for Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) based on public
hearing issues.
Sr.
No. Public Hearing Issues
Capital Budget for Corporate
Environment Responsibility (CER) in
Rs Cr/ Year
Total
Proposed
Expendit
ure in Rs
Cr 1 2 3 4 5
1
Sustainable livelihood
generation for locals including
fishermen and Women
Empowerment
1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 5.0
2 Education and skills
development of locals 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 5.0
3 Community Health Initiatives 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 10.0
4 Community Rural Infrastructure
Development 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 20.0
Total CER Budget 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 40.0
5
Environmental control
measures for proposed project
and environmental protection
Separate Rs 1,040 Cr budget has been kept for
pollution control measures and environment
management plan
Recurring CSR expenditure in operation phase shall be governed as per CSR Rules
under the Companies Act. Time Bound Action Plan with Budget for issues raised
in PH is proposed as following: S.No Issue Time Bound Action Plan within
Construction Phase of the Project
Budget
Employment
for Locals
including
Fisherman and
Sustainable
Livelihood
Generation
The requirements of skilled/unskilled
manpower during operation will be met
from nearby villages as far as possible.
Locals will be given preference to
employment based on skill set &
eligibility requirement as per the job and
the vacancies available.
During construction phase of the project,
there will be around 400 employees and
2600 contract workforce. During
operation phase of the project, there will
be around 1000 employees and another
1000 contract workmen directly working
for the plant.
This is estimated that another 5000
Capital budget of
Rs 5 Cr during the
project
construction
period has been
kept.
Recurring CSR
expenditure in
operation phase
shall be governed
as per CSR Rules
under the
Companies Act.
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S.No Issue Time Bound Action Plan within
Construction Phase of the Project
Budget
persons in the area will get benefited from
the project by indirect engagement and
business increased due to this project.
Following activities are proposed in this
area:
Extend assistance to start SHGs to
empower women and material and
financial support to take up self-
employment.
Amenities like equipment support,
sanitation facilities, approach roads,
fish lending sheds, fisher-folk
vasahats (Settlements); training for
livelihood, Insurance etc.
Skill Development Centre (SDC) to
make the youth for achieving their
Goals in life by becoming Skilled
Professionals.
Provision of fodder support, promote
bio-gas installation in agri and animal
husbandry based families’
households. Construction of cattle
sheds, Awareness meetings and
exposure visits for animal husbandry.
Support for Drip irrigation and Tissue
Culture Training.
Education and
skills
development of
locals
As part of improving employability within
local youth including the youth from the
fishing community also, there is a plan to
set up a Skill Development Centre through
Adani Foundation.
Various activities are proposed in this
area;
Supporting in creation of assembly
halls, prayer hall, classrooms,
computer labs, space for mid-day
meal, playground, school walls etc.
for government school.
Igniting mind of students through
science on wheels, UDAN schemes.
Educational Vocational Guidance
Fair (EVGF) for career talk.
Balwadis for the kids of fisher-folk
community to provide awareness
about education, health, hygiene, and
discipline.
Programme for skills improvements
of teaching staffs in govt. schools.
Linkages will be established with the
employment exchange and the
registered persons having appropriate
qualification shall be given priority.
Capital budget of
Rs 5 Cr during the
project
construction
period has been
kept.
Recurring CSR
expenditure in
operation phase
shall be governed
as per CSR Rules
under the
Companies Act.
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S.No Issue Time Bound Action Plan within
Construction Phase of the Project
Budget
Community
health care and
insurance
support for
community
members
including
fishermen
AEL commits to extensively work for
corporate environment and social
responsibility in the area and improve
quality of people's life. Company have
started key initiatives in support of
sustainable development. AEL has a CSR
policy and commit to work in following
area for this project.
Senior Citizen Health Card Scheme to
address the needs of the senior
citizens including the fishermen
community.
Various health camps organization at
regular intervals i.e. Gynaecological
care, Blood donation, Health
awareness programs, HIV/AIDS,
Cataract detection.
Provision of Free Mobile Health Care
Units (MHCU).
Promotion of awareness of
malnutrition and anaemia.
Setting up rural clinics to ensures
outreach services.
Capital budget of
Rs 10 Cr during
the project
construction
period has been
kept.
Recurring CSR
expenditure in
operation phase
shall be governed
as per CSR Rules
under the
Companies Act.
Rural
Infrastructure
Development
and access to
Fishermen
community for
fishing and
harbours
The roads used by fishermen will not be
disturbed due to the proposed copper
refinery project. Disaster management
group and insurance scheme shall be
initiated to support fishermen. Following
activities are identified and proposed in
this area:
To provide facility for potable
drinking water by providing RO
Plants, drinking water supply system,
overhead tank and underground
pump.
Creation of clean and hygienic
environment by proper drainage
systems, sewage treatment plants,
community led sanitation campaign
Construction of various community
centers to facilitate social activities,
upgradation of facility at
crematoriums, Gaushala etc.
Conservation of water by construction
of check dams and pond.
Upgradation of primary health
centers, renovation of roads and
expansion of roads, construction of
toilet facilities etc.
Provision of solar street lighting,
green nurturing programs,
implementation of swachchh bharat
initiatives.
Capital budget of
Rs 20 Cr during
the project
construction
period has been
kept.
Recurring CSR
expenditure in
operation phase
shall be governed
as per CSR Rules
under the
Companies Act.
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S.No Issue Time Bound Action Plan within
Construction Phase of the Project
Budget
Environmental
control
measures for
proposed
project and
environmental
protection
Environment friendly technology will
be selected and pollution control
measures will be implemented to
comply emissions as per the
prescribed standards by CPCB.
Further, it will comply with all the
conditions stipulated by GPCB and
MoEF&CC.
The proposed project will be designed
as per the latest technology with all in
built pollution control measures.
The plant will be operated on zero
liquid discharge principle.
Secured Land Fill (SLF) is proposed
within the project premises for
disposal of ETP waste sludge. SLF
shall be constructed as per the CPCB
guidelines. Other hazardous waste
will be disposed through the approved
recyclers.
About 85.79 ha of project area (33%
of the project area) will be developed
with greenbelt / green cover as per
prevailing guidelines from
GPCB/CPCB/MoEF&CC.
Rs 1,040 Cr of
capital budget is
kept for
installation of
environmental
protection
measures within
the plant.
26.0 The capital cost of the project is Rs. 10,000 Crores and the capital cost for
environmental protection measures is proposed as Rs. 104400 Lakhs. The annual
recurring cost towards the environmental protection measures is proposed as Rs. 500
Lakhs. The detailed CSR plan has been provided in the EMP in its page No. C6-8.
The employment generation from the proposed project / expansion is direct
employment and about 5000 indirect employment during operation phase.
27.0 Greenbelt will be developed in 85.79Ha which is about 33.43% of the total
acquired area. Peripheral greenbelt, consisting of at least 3 tiers around plant
boundary will be developed as greenbelt and green cover as per CPCB/MoEF&CC,
New Delhi guidelines. Local and native species will be planted with a density of 2500
trees per hectare. Total no. of 225000 saplings will be planted and nurtured in 85.79
hectares.
28.0 The proponent has mentioned that there is no court case or violation under EIA
Notification to the project or related activity.
29.0 EIA Consultant Organization: M/s. Vimta Labs, Hyderabad.
Observations of the Committee (In the meeting held during 9-11th January 2019) :
30.0 After detailed deliberations, the Committee observed following issues:
i. According to the EIA report, the land requirement for the project is 256.58 Ha.
Out of 256.58 Ha, 154.19 Ha is APSEZ area and 102.39 Ha is a Forest land. The
land use conversion plan of 154.19 Ha for industrial purpose has not been
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obtained from the Competent Authority concerned. Further, PP has obtained
stage I forest land diversion approval for 1576.81 ha in the name of M/s. Adani
Ports and SEZ Limited. The factual agreement between M/s. Adani Enterprises
Limited and M/s. Adani Ports and SEZ Limited for the utilization of 102.39 Ha
is a Forest land is not clear.
ii. CRZ map inter-alia including demarcation of HTL/LTL/CRZ land classification
along with super imposition of plant site through competent agencies has not
been submitted.
iii. Source of copper ore concentrate, characteristics, mode of transportation from
source to plant site, confirmed ore linkage document has not been submitted.
iv. Water consumption of 10 LTPA Copper smelter is 32790 KLD whereas the
water requirement for existing 4.5 LTPA copper smelter unit is only 10,000
KLD. Hence, water requirement for the proposed plant has to be reworked out.
v. According to the EIA records, Dhaneshwari river is passing through the project
site and the mangrove reserve forest is existing within the project site.
Quantification of these mangroves and conservation measures for mangroves
and the river stream has not been submitted.
vi. Storage arrangements made for the raw materials are found to be not adequate.
Open storage of raw materials such as coal, limestone etc., shall be avoided.
vii. Sulfur balance of the copper smelter unit has not been submitted.
viii. Copper slag disposal site co-ordinates, concrete mode of utilization, maximum
time frame envisaged for the storage at the disposal yard i.e., one month (or) 15
days has not been submitted.
ix. Phospo-gypsum disposal site co-ordinates, concrete mode of utilization,
maximum time frame envisaged for the storage at the disposal yard i.e., one
month (or) 15 days has not been submitted.
x. Lining details for Phospo-gypsum disposal yard, leachate collection system
envisaged and details of piezo-well installation has not been made available.
xi. Secured land fill site co-ordinates, lining details, leachate collection system
envisaged and details of piezo-well installation has not been made available.
xii. Baseline health status of the people living in the study area of the project site has
not been collected.
xiii. Details regarding disposal of arsenic bearing sludge has not been submitted.
xiv. Mercury in ambient air has not been monitored.
xv. Conservation plan prepared for the Schedule-I species is not meeting the
requirement of the conservation of the species that are identified. Therefore, the
plan shall be revised considering the requirements of the conservation of the
species identified and shall be approved by the competent authority concerned.
xvi. Collection of run off water from the raw material storage area, slag and gypsum
storage yard and its treatment has not been submitted.
xvii. Study on installation of rain water harvesting structure based on annual rain fall
pattern and details regarding amount of water to be conserved has not made
available.
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xviii. Impact on hydro geology regime of the project site has not submitted.
xix. Occupational health assessment envisaged for the employees and workers has
not been submitted.
xx. As per the Public hearing proceedings, it is noted that there are strong oppositions
from the stake holders against the installation of copper smelter unit.
Consolidated list of point-wise issues raised and response provided along with
action plan for implementation has not been submitted.
xxi. The Chapter-5 consists of only listing of alternative technologies. The committee
opined that the PP shall select out of alternative technologies available, based on
the selection of the technology, the impact prediction shall be made and
mitigation measures shall be proposed.
xxii. Quantitative representation of mitigation measures was not presented.
xxiii. Revised water balance shall be submitted.
xxiv. HIRA shall be prepared for worst case scenario
xxv. Management of white shall be spelled out
xxvi. Material balance shall be revised.
xxvii. The involvement of geological expert shall be provided.
xxviii. The compliance of specific conditions of the environmental clearance of the SEZ
shall be provided.
xxix. The reply to TOR point No. (4) is not proper.
xxx. The data retrieved from the LULC studies shall be utilized for the prediction of
impacts and mitigation measures.
xxxi. The Air Quality modeling studies shall be re-worked out including the mercury
and keeping the mixing height in view.
xxxii. The Environmental Policy of the Organization is not meeting the requirements
given in ToR Point No. 9(i), 9(ii), 9(iii), 9(iv).
xxxiii. The CER shall be calculated on the slab rates as per the Office memorandum
issued on 1st May, 2018.
The committee also felt that in view of the complexity involved in the project, the
committee proposed for site visit by the sub-committee of the EAC.
Recommendations of the Committee (In the meeting held during 9-11th January 2019):
After detailed deliberations, the committee advised to submit the information on the
observations of the committee. The committee also suggested having a site visit by the
sub-committee of EAC in parallel. Therefore, the proposal will be re-considered after
submission of the information by the project proponent and also the submission of the
report by the sub-committee based on the site visit.
Observations of the Committee (In the meeting held during 22-23rd August 2019) :
The committee observed that in spite of detailed deliberations during EAC (Industry1)
meeting held during 9 -11th January 2019 and subsequent information sought, same has
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not been adequately addressed by the project proponent
Recommendations of the Committee (In the meeting held during 22-23rd August 2019):
The committee desired that all the information asked for should be carefully prepared
and submitted by the Project Proponent. In the meantime, a sub-committee of the
committee should carry out the site visit as already recommended earlier.
14.20.2 The subcommittee visited the site and surroundings on 09.12.2019 and held
discussions with the representatives of M/s Adani Enterprises Ltd on 10.12.2019 at
Ahmedabad. Site visit report was placed in the EAC meeting for further
deliberations.
14.20.3 The observations of subcommittee on the ADS after discussions with the
representatives of M/s Adani Enterprises Ltd is as below:
S.No. ADS Point Out Come of the Discussions
1 According to the EIA report, the
land requirement for the project
is 256.58 ha. Out of 256.58 ha,
154.19 ha is APSEZ area and
102.39 ha is a Forest land. The
land use conversion plan of
154.19 ha for industrial purpose
has not been obtained from the
Competent Authority concerned.
Further, PP has obtained stage I
forest land diversion approval for
1576.81 ha in the name of M/s.
Adani Ports and SEZ Limited.
The factual agreement between
M/s. Adani Enterprises Limited
and M/s. Adani Ports and SEZ
Limited for the utilization of
102.39 ha is a Forest land is not
clear.
The committee found that ADS reply given
is satisfactory in view of the fact that entire
land proposed for the project 256.58 ha is
within the APSEZ out of which 154.19 ha
is already notified as SEZ and the balance
land of 102.39 ha is under process of forest
diversion. There is an agreement through
MoU between APSEZ and Adani
Enterprises Ltd (AEL).
2 CRZ map inter-alia including
demarcation of HTL/LTL/CRZ
land classification along with
super imposition of plant site
through competent agencies has
not been submitted.
CRZ map was prepared by Centre of Earth
Science Studies (CESS),
Thiruvanthapuram.
Site is outside the CRZ, geographically
separated by road and railway track.
This CRZ map is awaiting finalization as
part of ICZMP which is in the process by
Govt. of Gujarat.
3 Source of copper ore concentrate,
characteristics, mode of
transportation from source to
plant site, confirmed ore linkage
document has not been
submitted.
The indicative figures of weight fractions
of copper concentrate from the various
sources were discussed. However, there is
no such analysis report is available on the
records.
The mode of transport from port to the
plant and transit covered storage at port,
conveyor, storage at plant ensured without
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leakage and safe handling.
AEL has already got commercial enquiries
from copper concentrate suppliers:
1. Mitsubishi Corporation Rtm
International Pte, Singapore
2. Transmine Trading SA
3. Trifigura India Pvt Ltd
4. MITSUI & Co, Japan
It seems, the origin copper concentrate
may be Australia and South America
Continent.
4 Water consumption of 10 LTPA
Copper smelter is 32790 KLD
whereas the water requirement
for existing 4.5 LTPA copper
smelter unit is only 10,000 KLD.
Hence, water requirement for the
proposed plant has to be
reworked out.
In comparison to existing plant of M/s
Vedanta Ltd, the water consumption will
be more as the cooling system proposed is
wet cooling tower which has specific
consumption 8.7 m3/T of copper that of
radiator type air cooler (dry cooling).
It is found the energy requirement for fans
in case of dry cooling system will be more
in turn more carbon footprint.
5 According to the EIA records,
Dhaneshwari river is passing
through the project site and the
mangrove reserve forest is
existing within the project site.
Quantification of these
mangroves and conservation
measures for mangroves and the
river stream has not been
submitted.
No mangroves are present in the plant site.
Presence of the mangroves are sighted on
the southern side, along the Kodti Creek.
It is informed that the company appointed
ecological expert who is working on the
monitoring of the mangroves and
conservation of the same in the identified
patches of coastal areas in consultation
with the State Forest Department.
Further, report on Wildlife Conservation
plan /Mangrove Conservation Plan was
discussed at a length in terms of
biodiversity, socio-economic values for the
locals, monitoring mechanism etc.
Mud flats were not mapped in the CRZ
map.
6 Storage arrangements made for
the raw materials are found to be
not adequate. Open storage of
raw materials such as coal,
limestone etc., shall be avoided.
AEL explained the Engineering drawings
of covered storage yards for raw material
storage.
7 Sulphur balance of the copper
smelter unit has not been
submitted.
The sources of SO2 (97%), Copper
Concentrate, Furnace Oil and Met Coke
were taken into account.
Fixation of Sulphur in copper slag,
Chemical gypsum, ETP Sludge and
residual off gas from SAP and FGD
system.
SAP:
Catalytic converter bed with DCDA with
conversion of 99.92% and cesium
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sulphuric acid catalyst in final bed catalytic
converter for greater conversion efficiency
at temperature lower than 400oC. Tail gas
scrubbing to scrub the residual gases
coming out of the final absorption tower.
FGD:
Scrubber with amine technology for
treating off gas for smelting furnace,
electric furnace and PS converter and slag
cleaning furnace.
Lime scrubber is proposed for treating
fugitive off gas from anode furnace and
scrap melting furnace.
8 Copper slag disposal site co-
ordinates, concrete mode of
utilization, maximum time frame
envisaged for the storage at the
disposal yard i.e., one month (or)
15 days has not been submitted.
Slag disposal storage was proposed for
three months. Complete reuse of the
copper slag is yet to be explored to draw
action plan.
9 Phospo-gypsum disposal site co-
ordinates, concrete mode of
utilization, maximum time frame
envisaged for the storage at the
disposal yard i.e., one month (or)
15 days has not been submitted.
To be revised in accordance with location /
lay out plan
10 Lining details for Phospo-
gypsum disposal yard, leachate
collection system envisaged, and
details of piezo-well installation
has not been made available.
To be revised in accordance with location /
lay out plan
11 Secured land fill site co-
ordinates, lining details, leachate
collection system envisaged, and
details of piezo-well installation
has not been made available.
After reviewing the layout plan, the
committee felt SLF shall be designed at
one location only with adequate facilities
for sampling and testing instead of two
locations in the layout.
The layout area of SLF shall not be made
congested. Adequate space shall be
earmarked for safe handling and
movement of vehicles.
12 Baseline health status of the
people living in the study area of
the project site has not been
collected.
Baseline health survey was conducted by
M/s TALEEM Foundation Ahmedabad.
The general issues identified are live birthe
and infants’ survival, anaemia, disrrheoa
etc,
13 Details regarding disposal of
arsenic bearing sludge has not
Arsenic sludge generated from the ETP
after tertiary treatment, will be sent to SLF.
The general chemical characteristics of the
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been submitted. arsenic bearing sludge is given in ADS
reply. However, the same may be required
in the EMP in the post project monitoring.
14 Mercury in ambient air has not
been monitored.
Mercury monitoring was carried out which
was found to be <0.5 ng/Nm3.
15 Conservation plan prepared for
the Schedule-I species is not
meeting the requirement of the
conservation of the species that
are identified. Therefore, the plan
shall be revised considering the
requirements of the conservation
of the species identified and shall
be approved by the competent
authority concerned.
To be discussed in the EAC
16 Collection of runoff water from
the raw material storage area,
slag and gypsum storage yard
and its treatment has not been
submitted.
Storm water management plan is to be
revised based on the peak rainfall.
17 Study on installation of rainwater
harvesting structure based on
annual rain fall pattern and
details regarding amount of
water to be conserved has not
made available.
Rainwater harvesting structures shall be
designed as per the quantification of the
rainwater runoff based on the average
rainfall in the region.
18 Impact on hydro geology regime
of the project site has not
submitted.
Stage of development shall be defined
based on the hydro logical survey as the
APSEZ and ADANI Power Ltd is
operating since long.
19 Occupational health assessment
envisaged for the employees and
workers has not been submitted.
Occupational health survey was conducted
by ICMR-NIOSH.
Monitoring mechanism as per the is not
clear in the report.
20 As per the Public hearing
proceedings, it is noted that there
are strong oppositions from the
stake holders against the
installation of copper smelter
unit. Consolidated list of
pointwise issues raised and
response provided along with
action plan for implementation
has not been submitted.
To be revised
21 The Chapter-5 consists of only
listing of alternative
Outotec Flash melting furnace is selected
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technologies. The committee
opened that the PP shall select
out of alternative technologies
available, based on the selection
of the technology, the impact
prediction shall be made and
mitigation measures shall be
proposed.
for the proposed project due to Operational
ease and Environmental friendly.
Copper concentrate, flux additives need to
have moisture content below 0.3 %. Rotary
steam dryer is used for drying.
22 Quantitative representation of
mitigation measures was not
presented.
All the process flow, outlet and inlet flows
shall be mentioned in the same unit system.
Stack height (20m) of anode casting may
be revisited.
23 Revised water balance shall be
submitted.
Water balance diagram is illegible.
24 HIRA shall be prepared for worst
case scenario
HIRA is inadequate
25 Management of white ash shall
be spelled out
To be discussed in EAC
26 Material balance shall be revised.
Satisfactory
27 The involvement of geological
expert shall be provided.
Hydrogeological expert was involved.
28 The compliance of specific
conditions of the environmental
clearance of the SEZ shall be
provided.
Satisfactory
29 The reply to TOR point No. (4) is
not proper.
Satisfactory
30 The data retrieved from the
LULC studies shall be utilized
for the prediction of impacts and
mitigation measures.
To be revised
31 The Air Quality modeling studies
shall be re-worked out including
the mercury and keeping the
mixing height in view.
Suitability of model used as per the site
characteristics in view of complex
atmospheric conditions of coastal line.
32 The Environmental Policy of the
Organization is not meeting the
requirements given in ToR Point
No. 9(i), 9(ii), 9(iii), 9(iv).
Environmental Policy was not furnished.
Reporting system of non-compliances/
violation is also not in place.
33 The CER shall be calculated on
the slab rates as per the Office
CER shall be revised explicitly on
SIA/Need based Assessment and issues
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S.No. ADS Point Out Come of the Discussions
memorandum issued on 1st May,
2018.
raised iin the Public Hearing
Observations and Recommendations of the Committee:
14.20.4 After detailed deliberations on site visit report of the sub-committee and reply of the
Project Proponent to the ADS, the committee sought the following details in the form
of revised ADS reply for further consideration of the proposal.
i. Provide chemical characteristics of the sourcing Copper concentrate.
ii. Justification for installation of Water-Cooling Condenser (WCC)
iii. Provide details for proposed flue gas desulfurization.
iv. Reduce carbon foot print by heat recovery system generating from the plant.
v. Access roads to be provided for all the solid waste storages such as copper slag,
gypsum storage & secured land fill and adequate green belt to be developed around
all the solid waste storages.
vi. Provide utilization plan for copper slag and phospho-gypsum, with details of storage
yard.
vii. Provide various stream characteristics being treated in ETP and treatment process.
viii. Environment Management Plan to be revised and updated with intervention for
wildlife management, mangrove conservation, active mud flats and post project
monitoring around solid waste storages.
ix. Storm water management plan to be revised based on peak rainfall. Rainwater
Harvesting calculations to be provided.
x. OHS monitoring plan based on ICMR-NIOH study and ILO guidelines to be
included.
xi. Provide linkage between Public Hearing, Social Impact Assessment and CER
proposed.
xii. Confirm suitability of air model used as per site characteristics in view of the
complex atmospheric conditions of the coastal line and fumigation scenario.
Superimpose air modeling isopleth on land use map of study area considering worst
case scenario of the pollutants Mitigation measures based on the receptor points and
path to be submitted.
xiii. Unit wise water balance to be submitted in tabular form.
xiv. Stack and process vents to be noted separately and all stack heights to be as per
standards.
xv. HIRA shall be prepared for worst case scenario of Hydro Fluro Silicic acid storage
tank failure. Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) leading to FN Curve for storage
related risk to be submitted.
xvi. Reporting system of non-compliances/ violations to be submitted as per TOR 9(iii)
and (iv).
xvii. Provide details about reduction in acid mist formation in sulphuric acid plant.
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xviii. Provide details of interlocking system envisaged for copper smelter and sulphuric
acid.
xix. Give detailed plan of the precautions to be taken during construction stage.
14.21 Cold Rolling Mill (7,00,000 TPA) of M/s Chromeni Steels Pvt Ltd located at villages
Ratadia & Kundroi, Taluk Mundra in District Kutch of Gujarat - Applicability of
Environmental Clearance based on the report of Group of Experts (GoE) –
regarding.
14.21.1 M/s. Chromeni Steels Private Limited (CSPL) [herein after referred as CSPL] has
installed a cold rolling mill facility for production of Cold Rolled Coils (CRC) of
stainless steel of capacity 7,00,000 Tons per Annum (TPA) at villages Ratadia &
Kundroi, Taluk Mundra in District Kutch of Gujarat. M/s.CSPL is a joint venture
between Tsingshan Industries from China and four Indian business groups namely
Sunrise, Sun City, JP ISCON and VRAM Steel. The raw material, Hot Rolled Coils
(HRC) for manufacture of CRC is imported from Indonesia.
14.21.2 CSPL has obtained Consent To Establish (CTE) from Gujarat Pollution Control
Board (GPCB) vide letter No. 90475 dated 20/01/2018 and also applied to GPCB
for Consent To Operate (CTO) vide letter dated 27/09/2019. The facility is ready
and trial runs have also been conducted. CTO has not been issued so far for this
facility.
14.21.3 The Ministry received complaint against CSPL on 09.07.2018. Subsequently,
Ministry forwarded the said complaint to the Regional Office of the MoEF&CC at
Bhopal with a copy to Government of Gujarat and GPCB on 12/02/2019 to examine
the issues raised in the complaint and to take appropriate action.
14.21.4 Ministry was in receipt of another complaint on 17/05/2019 which was also
forwarded to Regional Office with a copy to Government of Gujarat and GPCB on
29/05/2019.
14.21.5 The Regional Office of MoEF&CC at Bhopal vide its letter dated 12/06/2019 and
19/06/2019 asked CSPL to furnish the information related to the project. In this
regard, the Regional Office was in receipt of information from CSPL on 18/07/2019.
14.21.6 In response to the Ministry’s letter dated 12/02/2019 and 29/05/2019, GPCB replied
on 14/08/2019 stating that CTE was granted to CSPL on 20.01.2018 only for
manufacturing non-EC products, i.e., Stainless Steel Coils (Cold Rolled) with
specific condition that industry shall not carry out any activities, which may attract
the provision of EIA Notification 2006 and its amendment. Further, the letter also
states that notice under Section 33 A of Water (P&CP) Act, 1974 has been issued to
CSPL vide orders dated 25/09/2018 and 30/05/2018 directing the CSPL not to start
any activity which attracts the applicability of EIA Notification, 2006 and its
amendments.
14.21.7 Meanwhile, a case was filed before the Hon’ble National Green Tribunal (Western
Zone) bearing Original Application No. 55 of 2019 on 20/07/2019 alleging that the
CSPL has failed to obtain the Environmental Clearance (EC) before commencing
with Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Coil (CRSSC) manufacturing and also abstracting
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ground water without the approval of Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA).
MoEF&CC has been put as Respondent no.1 and 2 in the matter. In this regard, the
Hon’ble Tribunal vide its order dated 27/08/2019 constituted a Committee
comprising of (i) SEIAA, Gujarat, (ii) GPCB, (iii) District Collector/ Magistrate,
Kutch District and (iv) Regional Director, CGWA. Thereafter, Joint Inspection by
the Committee was undertaken on 01/10/2019 and the Committee opined that the
applicability of EC for the instant project can only be given by MoEF&CC. Further,
the Committee also observed that there is no ground water abstraction structure in
the factory premises.
14.21.8 In pursuance to the Ministry’s letter dated 29/05/2019, the Joint Inspection was
carried out by the Regional Office – Bhopal and Regional Office, GPCB Kutch
District on 18/10/2019 wherein the Committee suggested MoEF&CC to take
appropriate view on the instant proposal as regards to the applicability of provisions
of the EIA Notification, 2006.
14.21.9 The Hon’ble Tribunal vide order dated 15/10/2019, sought for a clarification from
MoEF&CC whether the position indicated in the letter dated 14/08/2019 would be
applicable in the present case also. In this context, relevant portion stated in the
MoEF&CC letter dated 14/08/2019 is reproduced as below:
As on date the Technical EIA Guidance Manual of MoEF&CC for metallurgical
industries classifies re-rolling as a secondary metallurgy industry.
As per EIA Notification, 2006, secondary metallurgical industries are to be apprised
for EC as Category B projects under schedule 3(a) Metallurgical Industries. In case
of Secondary metallurgical processing industrial units, those projects involving
operation of furnaces only such as Induction and Electric Arc Furnace, Sub-merged
Arc Furnace and Cupola with capacity more than 30,000 Tonnes per annum would
require Environmental Clearance.
14.21.10 In pursuance to the NGT order dated 15/10/2019, the Ministry filed an affidavit on
27/11/2019 in the Hon’ble Tribunal stating the requirement of EC for the
metallurgical industries (Ferrous and Non-ferrous) as mandated under the provisions
of EIA Notification, 2006.
14.21.11 Meanwhile, NGT vide Order dated 21/11/2019 directed the CSPL to stop its
activities until clarification is received from the MoEF&CC. Excerpts of the said
Order are reproduced as below:
“3. Upon query made by us, the learned Counsel for the GPCB submits that as per
information of the Board, the stand of the MoEF&CC is that considering the nature
of the respondent industry, it would require Environmental Clearance (EC)
although, according to her, Consent to Establish has already been issued and the
industry is having a trial run.
4. Considering the fact that EC is necessary, which was also our prima facie view
held earlier, we direct the respondent industry to stop its activities until
clarification is received from the MoEF&CC.
5. In the meanwhile, the respondent industry may also approach the MoEF&CC to
get the question sorted out”.
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14.21.12 Subsequent to the above, the Project Proponent has submitted two representations to
MoEF&CC vide letter dated 26.11.2019 and dated NIL seeking clarification from
the Ministry in the matter. In this regard, the Ministry has decided to depute a Group
of Experts (GoE) to the site with following mandate.
The broad mandate for the GoE may be considered as under but not limited to:
i.) Site visit to Chromeni Steel to understand the manufacturing processes
involved w.r.t. the representation of CSPL.
ii.) Possible/anticipated environmental impacts of such processes and mitigation
measures in place/required.
iii.) Review of other available documents such as EIA/EMP report submitted to
SPCB, Joint Inspection Committee, etc.
iv.) View on applicability of EIA Notification, 2006 in respect of such rerolling
Industry.
In view of above proposed action, an additional affidavit was filed by MoEF&CC
on 19/12/2019 in the Tribunal stating that the report from group of experts along
with the representations of project proponent would be placed before the Expert
Appraisal Committee (EAC) for taking a considered view on applicability of EIA
Notification 2006 for the instant proposal.
14.21.13 The team inspected CSPL facility on 16th December, 2019 from entry point of HRC
for rolling through, the entire CRC manufacturing process that includes Coil Receipt,
Uncoiling, Welding, Cold Rolling, Degreasing, Annealing, Pickling, and Skin Pass
Mill up to Finishing and Packing for product dispatch. The team also visited all the
utility facilities, like Acid Handling, Sludge Handling, Acid Recovery Plant,
Denitrification Plant, Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), Water Treatment, Gas
Handling facility (Natural Gas and Nitrogen), etc.
14.21.14 The GoE has reviewed the following documents which were made available by the
Ministry, GPCB, Regional Office of MoEF&CC at Bhopal and the CSPL.
i. Representations of the Project Proponent dated 26th November 2019 and
dated Nil.
ii. Site visit Report of Joint Inspection Committee constituted by NGT dated
01.10.2019.
iii. Joint Site Inspection Report based on the site visit on 18.10.2019 by GPCB
and RO, MoEF&CC, Bhopal.
iv. EIA/EMP Report of the Project at the time of site inspection.
v. Orders of NGT Pune vide dated 21/11/2019 in the Original Application No.
55/2019 (WZ) in the matter of Gajuba Jesar Jadeja Vs Union of India &Ors.
vi. Minutes of the Meeting of the Expert Committee for Streamlining the
Environmental Clearance Procedures dated 01.11.2018.
Observations of GoE
14.21.15 The GoE during the plant inspection observed the following inadequacies and
discussed the same with the representatives of CSPL at respective location/sections
of the facility:
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i.) In the pickling section, the space between electrolyte rectifier and railings is
hardly 400 mm (0.4 meters) and not as per safety requirements in India which
should be 450mm (0.45 meters) for free movement and more than a 1500 mm
(1.5 meter) for material movement.
ii.) The RO reject sent to solar evaporation pond was supposed to be treated in
Multi Effect Evaporator (MEE) of 50 KLD which has not been provided
although it is envisaged in the project report.
iii.) Out of the seven stacks, height of 5 stacks is 25m or less. Not meeting Indian
standard of minimum height of 30 m.
iv.) Safety arrangements for storage tanks of HNO3 (2 x 60T), H2SO4 (1 x15T)
and Liquid NH3(2 x 40 m3) were found to be inadequate. There is no
containment/dyke around the storage tanks as per the requirement of Indian
Explosives Act (IEA) and Factory Inspectorate. Presently the acid spillage
pump delivery is connected to ETP. It should have a provision to connect to
acid storage tanks also to recover acid for reuse.
v.) Skid mounted natural gas installation has inadequate safety arrangements.
Facility is having unsafe railing around the installation. Installation should
have an open space around as per IEA. Fire hydrant location is such that the
water jet would fall on the roof of the shed hindering extinguishing the fire.
Same is the situation with nitrogen storage facility. Both of these installations
are too close to each other which may obstruct the access to the installation
in the event of emergency in one of these units.
vi.) There is no display for online analyzer for NH3 in De-Nitrification Plant
stack.
vii.) The ETP appears to be inadequate in size to handle the quantities of effluents.
Layout of the ETP is also very congested and possibility of contamination of
various streams cannot be ruled out. However, the actual problems will be
seen only during the regular plant operations.
viii.) The process steps provided for removal of hexavalent chromium appear to
be inadequate. Since Cr+6 content in raw effluent was not known (the PP
could not give details), the GoE could not explain whether a conventional
treatment system would be adequate or should be followed by a tertiary
treatment (example: ion exchange) for meeting the discharge norms.
ix.) PP has just started Green belt development. The area earmarked for green
belt is only 15 % of the total area of 127. 3 ha which is far less than the 33%
standard norm.
x.) The Project Proponent has not set up any Environmental Management Cell
with qualified Environmental Engineers.
xi.) Rain Water harvesting measures have not been initiated so far.
xii.) Industrial Vacuum Cleaners have not been provided to maintain dust free
work zone environment.
xiii.) The Project Proponent has proposed a large area for to store the hazardous
waste. No hazardous waste shall be allowed to be stored for more than fifteen
days.
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xiv.) The Project Proponent has proposed to dispose of oily waste and scum to
TSDF. Instead the Project Proponent should install incinerator with Waste
Heat Recovery which is a common practice in such installations.
Overall Impression of GoE about the Plant
14.21.16 After reviewing the above mentioned documents and assessing the manufacturing
process, technology adopted and overall plant layout during the site visit, it is felt
that the installed unit is a modern facility to manufacture CRC of high quality
standards. However, there are gaps in addressing the environmental issues as
indicted above which will have significant impacts in terms of air and water
pollution, hazardous waste management and safety at the work place, if not
addressed adequately with sound Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
Applicability of EIA Notification, 2006
14.21.17 The Clarification issued by MoEF&CC vide letter dated 14/08/2019 above are
equally applicable in case of Cold Rolling Mills (CRM) as clarified here below:
i.) CRM is also a Re-rolling mill where the input material is HRC which for the
purpose of CRM is half finished product.
ii.) In Steel Re-rolling Mills, a reheating Furnace is used to heat the input to make
it soft to convert it into desired shape and dimension of product at higher
temperature and then cool it slowly to regain the original molecular structure
of Steel.
iii.) In Cold Rolling Mill, thickness of hot rolled coils is reduced by applying high
pressure on HRC in Cold Rolling Strands (3 to 5 strands depending upon the
reduction in thickness desired).
iv.) During cold rolling, HRC is made hard and brittle. The product in this state
cannot be used as it is. Hence, it needs to be normalized to make it suitable
for end use.
v.) This normalization is carried out in annealing/heat treatment furnaces by
heating the cold rolled sheets to a temperature of 900 to 1200 oC.
vi.) After such a high temperature, the metal gets normalized after slow cooling
that follows the annealing operation.
vii.) The Annealing furnaces need fuel to raise the temperature to desired level
(1050 oC in case of Chromeni Steel). The function of fuel is to impart heat to
raise temperature irrespective of nomenclature (Reheating or Annealing).
Common fuels used are Natural Gas, LNG, PNG, Liquid Fuel, PG and
sometimes even coal.
viii.) Pollutants released are same in both cases, i.e. Flue gas temperature around
900- 1000 oC, PM, NOx and SO2 and CO.
ix.) Furthermore, the cold rolling mills involve metal surface treatment such as
pickling, acid regeneration, hazardous waste and wastewater generation
containing heavy metals (hexavalent chromium, nickel etc.).
x.) Hence, the instant project qualifies to remain within the scope of the
clarification issued on 14/08/2019 by MoEF&CC.
The report of GoE dated 24/12/2019 was placed before the EAC (Industry-1) in its 14th
meeting held on 24/12/2019. The Committee discussed the report in detail and, by and
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large, agreed with its findings. The Committee also heard the views of CSPL through a
power point presentation whereby the PP basically put forward the following four
arguments.
Four Basic Arguments by the Project Proponent:
A. The first argument put forward by the PP states that their process is cold rolling and not
re rolling and therefore they are not required to have EC as per MoEF&CC notification
of 2006.
B. The second argument put forward by the PP states that the EIA Notification, 2006 has
mentioned only four types of furnaces - induction and electric arc furnace, submerged
arc furnace and cupola with capacity more than 30,000 tonnes would require
environment clearance. However, it does not include annealing furnace. The PP
indicated that the EIA Notification, 2006 provides that Secondary metallurgical
industries are to be apprised for EC as Category B projects under schedule 3(a)
Metallurgical Industries. In case of Secondary metallurgical processing industrial
units, those projects involving operation of furnaces only such as Induction and
Electric Arc Furnace, Sub-merged Arc Furnace and Cupola with capacity more than
30,000 Tonnes per annum would require Environmental Clearance. The PP pointed
out that the word “only” used in the notification shows that only four types of furnaces
mentioned in the notification need environment clearance. Their argument was that the
furnace used by them is not one of the four notified furnaces.
C. The third argument put forward by the PP states that the process involves neither
primary nor secondary metallurgy. Therefore, it did not attract the provisions of EIA
Notification, 2006. There were detailed deliberations on this issue. The argument by PP
was based on the premise that their process just involves value addition without any
change of shape and without any melting. Besides, the PP also submitted that the 2006
notification of MoEF&CC and its subsequent modification dated 1.12.2009 do not
clarify as to what a secondary metallurgy process is.
D. The fourth argument put forward by the PP states that the physical shape of HRC does
not undergo any change during conversion of CRC process. Hence, as presented by the
PP, it is not a secondary metallurgical process and does not have any significant
environmental implications.
Observations of EAC:
a) Regarding the first argument put forward by the PP, the Committee observed that
cold rolling by the PP involves a number of processes as shown under para 14.24.15
above which has been reported by the Group of Experts. The GoE has also opined
that cold rolling is, in fact, a type of re rolling only (para 14.21.17 above). Further,
during the deliberations, the letter of CTE from GPCB was also discussed and it
was noted that the GPCB, in response to request for cold - rolling, had issued the
CTE for re-rolling. This also shows that the distinction between re-rolling and cold
rolling is of no practical significance. Hence, the committee is of the view that cold
rolling may be treated as a form of re-rolling only.
b) Regarding the second argument of the PP pertaining to the type of furnace used, the
Committee observed that The MoEF&CC notification of 2006 and further
amendment dated 1.12.2009 need to be read together. The 2009 amendment
substitutes contents in column 5 of schedule 3(a) of 2006 notification. However, the
contents of column 4 remain unchanged. If the contention of the PP is accepted that
they are not using furnaces mentioned in the note (ii) of column 5 as substituted on
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1.12.2009, it would simply mean that the note (ii) of column 5 does not apply to
them. It needs to be appreciated that column 5 is a column for conditions (stating
action to be taken under different conditions) which are basically clarifying notes
regarding previous columns 1 to 4. Therefore, if the operations of the PP are not
covered by the notes in column 5, they automatically get covered by column 4
whereby, if production is more than 5000 tons/ annum, EC as per EIA notification
category B is required. Since, the production in the present case is to the tune of
7,00,000 tons per annum (which is much more than the limits mentioned either in
column 4 or in column 5), the applicability of MoEF&CC 2006 notification remains
unaffected whether we use column 4 or column 5. Hence the debate over the
linguistic interpretation of the phrase “only such as” has no effect on the conclusion
arrived at and, therefore, is inconsequential.
c) Regarding the third argument put forward by the PP, the Committee observed that
the entire operation of cold rolling by the PP does involve metallurgical processes
as those shown under para 14.24.15 above which has been reported by the Group
of Experts. As per the MoEF&CC notification 2006 and further amendment dated
1.12.2009, the metallurgical processes are categorized under schedule 3(a). In view
of the previous para, in general, a secondary metallurgical process with more than
5,000 tons / annum or if the specified furnaces are used with capacity more than
30,000 tons/ annum – in both cases EC would be required as it would belong to
Category B. It is seen, therefore, that once the issue of the type of furnace is sorted
out as in the previous para, the annual production capacity or the scale of activity is
the major determinant of the applicability of the MoEF&CC notification 2006. The
discussions regarding the definition of secondary metallurgical process appears to
be of academic and theoretical nature. In the context of environment clearance, one
cannot lose sight of the impact on environment. Even if the theoretical
understanding of metallurgy may indicate that cold rolling is not a secondary
metallurgy process, we have to essentially keep in view the environmental
implications. The process involving cold rolling, also requires heating to significant
temperature, cooling, transportation implications etc. and all these activities have a
carbon footprint and have impact on environment. Hence, it appears to be more
appropriate to go by the level of operations as mentioned under schedule 3(a) of
MoEF&CC notification of 2006 and the phrase secondary metallurgical units
should be interpreted in a general sense. Therefore, as suggested by the GoE, the
committee felt that the instant case requires EC as a category B project under
MoEF&CC notification of 2006.
d) Regarding the fourth argument put forward by the PP, the Committee observed that
there was a change in the physical dimension of the metal in the cold rolling process
as informed by the PP during the meeting. In the context of environmental
clearance, it clearly appears to be just a matter of theoretical discussion to
distinguish between change in the physical dimensions and change in the physical
shape. Hence, the committee did not find much substance in this argument in the
context of environmental impacts and EIA notification, 2006.
14.21.18 In view of above, the Committee did not accede to the views expressed by CSPL
during the presentation and deliberations.
Recommendations of EAC:
14.21.19 This matter has been referred to the EAC (Industry I Sector) committee for
deliberating and opining about the applicability of MoEF&CC notification, 2006 and
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subsequent clarifications in the instant case. The committee’s recommendations are
given below. However, due to the nature of this issue and reference, some of the
recommendations are of the nature of Policy. Therefore, if considered necessary, the
Ministry may refer this to the Policy Division as well.
14.21.20 In view of the forgoing and after detailed deliberations, the Committee
recommended the following:
i.) Project activity of CSPL falls under Category B of Schedule 3(a)
Metallurgical Industries (ferrous and non-ferrous) of EIA Notification, 2006.
ii.) The committee also noted that there are a few issues which may have diverse
interpretations. The reports submitted by the Committee formed by the
Hon’ble NGT and the joint inspection report by the Regional office of Bhopal
and RO of GPCB for Kutch, have also left the final interpretation to the
MoEF&CC. It is also noted that the present unit has obtained CTE from
GPCB which is a Statutory authority. There may be other similarly placed
cases in the country. This shows that there is a scope and need for further
clarification in the matter regarding certain issues so that there is no
subjective interpretation in future. These issues are (1) definition of
secondary metallurgy units for the purpose of EIA process, (2) clarification
about the types of furnaces under applicability of MoEF&CC notification
2006 and (3) clarifying re rolling vs. cold rolling in the context of
Environment clearance. Therefore, for further smoothening the EC process
for present unit and proposals in future, the MoEF&CC may consider issuing
further clarifications.
iii.) In order to address to instant and similar cases where such re rolling/ cold
rolling units are established or operating with a CTE/CTO from the
concerned State Pollution Control Boards, the Ministry may consider
directing the State Pollution Control Boards to get a list of all such cases and
take further quick actions so that they apply for EC and get covered by the
EIA notification 2006. Since, these units are established or operating under
the CTEs/CTOs obtained from a statutory authority i.e. the respective State
Pollution Control Boards, a period of one year may be allowed for this
recommended conversion to EC. This will also ensure that the units remain
in operation for the allowed period and closures, unemployment and related
social issues/ unrests are avoided. During this period of one year, they will
have to follow all the conditions imposed under the CTE/CTO.
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ANNEXURE –1
GENERIC TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR) IN RESPECT OF INDUSTRY SECTOR
1. Executive Summary
2. Introduction
i. Details of the EIA Consultant including NABET accreditation
ii. Information about the project proponent
iii. Importance and benefits of the project
3. Project Description
i. Cost of project and time of completion.
ii. Products with capacities for the proposed project.
iii. If expansion project, details of existing products with capacities and whether
adequate land is available for expansion, reference of earlier EC if any.
iv. List of raw materials required and their source along with mode of
transportation.
v. Other chemicals and materials required with quantities and storage capacities
vi. Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous waste generation and their
management.
vii. Requirement of water, power, with source of supply, status of approval, water
balance diagram, man-power requirement (regular and contract)
viii. The project proponent shall furnish the requisite documents from the competent
authority in support of drawl of ground water and surface water and supply of
electricity.
ix. Process description along with major equipment and machineries, process flow
sheet (Quantitative) from raw material to products to be provided
x. Hazard identification and details of proposed safety systems.
xi. Expansion/modernization proposals:
a. Copy of all the Environmental Clearance(s) including Amendments
thereto obtained for the project from MoEF&CC/SEIAA shall be
attached as an Annexure. A certified copy of the latest Monitoring
Report of the Regional Office of the Ministry of Environment, Forest
and Climate Change as per circular dated 30th May, 2012 on the status
of compliance of conditions stipulated in all the existing environmental
clearances including Amendments shall be provided. In addition, status
of compliance of Consent to Operate for the ongoing /existing operation
of the project from SPCB/PCC shall be attached with the EIA-EMP
report.
b. In case the existing project has not obtained environmental clearance,
reasons for not taking EC under the provisions of the EIA Notification
1994 and/or EIA Notification 2006 shall be provided. Copies of Consent
to Establish/No Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in case of
units operating prior to EIA Notification 2006, CTE and CTO of FY
2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further,
compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB shall be
submitted.
4. Site Details
i. Location of the project site covering village, Taluka/Tehsil, District and State,
Justification for selecting the site, whether other sites were considered.
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ii. A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10km and site location on
1:50,000/1:25,000 scale on an A3/A2 sheet. (including all eco-sensitive areas
and environmentally sensitive places)
iii. Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners of the site.
iv. Google map-Earth downloaded of the project site.
v. Layout maps indicating existing unit as well as proposed unit indicating storage
area, plant area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located within an Industrial
area/Estate/Complex, layout of Industrial Area indicating location of unit within
the Industrial area/Estate.
vi. Photographs of the proposed and existing (if applicable) plant site. If existing,
show photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in particular.
vii. Landuse break-up of total land of the project site (identified and acquired),
government/private - agricultural, forest, wasteland, water bodies, settlements,
etc shall be included. (not required for industrial area)
viii. A list of major industries with name and type within study area (10km radius)
shall be incorporated. Land use details of the study area
ix. Geological features and Geo-hydrological status of the study area shall be
included.
x. Details of Drainage of the project up to 5km radius of study area. If the site is
within 1 km radius of any major river, peak and lean season river discharge as
well as flood occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall data of the past 30
years. Details of Flood Level of the project site and maximum Flood Level of
the river shall also be provided. (mega green field projects)
xi. Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition is not complete, stage of the
acquisition process and expected time of complete possession of the land.
xii. R&R details in respect of land in line with state Government policy
5. Forest and wildlife related issues (if applicable):
i. Permission and approval for the use of forest land (forestry clearance), if any,
and recommendations of the State Forest Department. (if applicable).
ii. Land use map based on High resolution satellite imagery (GPS) of the proposed
site delineating the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more
than 40 ha).
iii. Status of Application submitted for obtaining the stage I forestry clearance
along with latest status shall be submitted.
iv. The projects to be located within 10 km of the National Parks, Sanctuaries,
Biosphere Reserves, Migratory Corridors of Wild Animals, the project
proponent shall submit the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden
showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations
or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden-thereon.
v. Wildlife Conservation Plan duly authenticated by the Chief Wildlife Warden of
the State Government for conservation of Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the
study area.
vi. Copy of application submitted for clearance under the Wildlife (Protection) Act,
1972, to the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife.
6. Environmental Status
i. Determination of atmospheric inversion level at the project site and site-specific
micro-meteorological data using temperature, relative humidity, hourly wind
speed and direction and rainfall.
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ii. AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and
other parameters relevant to the project shall be collected. The monitoring
stations shall be based CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre-dominant
wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including reserved
forests.
iii. Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 weeks of all stations as per frequency
given in the NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along with – min., max.,
average and 98% values for each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ
stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report.
iv. Surface water quality of nearby River (60m upstream and downstream) and
other surface drains at eight locations as per CPCB/MoEF&CC guidelines.
v. Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch of river identified by the
CPCB/MoEF&CC.
vi. Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 locations shall be included.
vii. Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the study area.
viii. Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines.
ix. Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, frequency of vehicles for
transportation of materials, additional traffic due to proposed project, parking
arrangement etc.
x. Detailed description of flora and fauna (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the
study area shall be given with special reference to rare, endemic and endangered
species. If Schedule-I fauna are found within the study area, a Wildlife
Conservation Plan shall be prepared and furnished.
xi. Socio-economic status of the study area.
7. Impact Assessment and Environment Management Plan
i. Assessment of ground level concentration of pollutants from the stack emission
based on site-specific meteorological features. In case the project is located on
a hilly terrain, the AQIP Modelling shall be done using inputs of the specific
terrain characteristics for determining the potential impacts of the project on the
AAQ. Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions (including transportation)
on the AAQ of the area shall be well assessed. Details of the model used and
the input data used for modelling shall also be provided. The air quality contours
shall be plotted on a location map showing the location of project site, habitation
nearby, sensitive receptors, if any.
ii. Water Quality modelling – in case, if the effluent is proposed to be discharged
in to the local drain, then Water Quality Modelling study should be conducted
for the drain water taking into consideration the upstream and downstream
quality of water of the drain.
iii. Impact of the transport of the raw materials and end products on the surrounding
environment shall be assessed and provided. In this regard, options for transport
of raw materials and finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or
rail-cum road transport or conveyor-cum-rail transport shall be examined.
iv. A note on treatment of wastewater from different plant operations, extent
recycled and reused for different purposes shall be included. Complete scheme
of effluent treatment. Characteristics of untreated and treated effluent to meet
the prescribed standards of discharge under E(P) Rules.
v. Details of stack emission and action plan for control of emissions to meet
standards.
vi. Measures for fugitive emission control
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vii. Details of hazardous waste generation and their storage, utilization and disposal.
Copies of MOU regarding utilization of solid and hazardous waste shall also be
included. EMP shall include the concept of waste-minimization,
recycle/reuse/recover techniques, Energy conservation, and natural resource
conservation.
viii. Proper utilization of fly ash shall be ensured as per Fly Ash Notification, 2009.
A detailed plan of action shall be provided.
ix. Action plan for the green belt development plan in 33 % area i.e. land with not
less than 1,500 trees per ha. Giving details of species, width of plantation,
planning schedule etc. shall be included. The green belt shall be around the
project boundary and a scheme for greening of the roads used for the project
shall also be incorporated.
x. Action plan for rainwater harvesting measures at plant site shall be submitted to
harvest rainwater from the roof tops and storm water drains to recharge the
ground water and also to use for the various activities at the project site to
conserve fresh water and reduce the water requirement from other sources.
xi. Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for environmental pollution control
measures shall be included.
xii. Action plan for post-project environmental monitoring shall be submitted.
xiii. Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and Man-made) Preparedness and
Emergency Management Plan including Risk Assessment and damage control.
Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management
Plan.
8. Occupational health
i. Details of existing Occupational & Safety Hazards. What are the exposure
levels of above mentioned hazards and whether they are within Permissible
Exposure level (PEL). If these are not within PEL, what measures the company
has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be
preserved,
ii. Details of exposure specific health status evaluation of worker. If the workers’
health is being evaluated by pre-designed format, chest x rays, Audiometry,
Spirometry, Vision testing (Far & Near vision, colour vision and any other
ocular defect) ECG, during pre-placement and periodical examinations give the
details of the same. Details regarding last month analysed data of
abovementioned parameters as per age, sex, duration of exposure and
department wise.
iii. Annual report of health status of workers with special reference to Occupational
Health and Safety.
iv. Plan and fund allocation to ensure the occupational health & safety of all
contract and casual workers.
9. Corporate Environment Policy
i. Does the company have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its
Board of Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA report.
ii. Does the Environment Policy prescribe for standard operating process /
procedures to bring into focus any infringement / deviation / violation of the
environmental or forest norms / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA.
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iii. What is the hierarchical system or Administrative order of the company to deal
with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the
environmental clearance conditions? Details of this system may be given.
iv. Does the company have system of reporting of non-compliances / violations of
environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the company and / or
shareholders or stakeholders at large? This reporting mechanism shall be
detailed in the EIA report
10. Details regarding infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom etc. to be
provided to the labour force during construction as well as to the casual workers
including truck drivers during operation phase.
11. Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER)
i. To address the Public Hearing issues, an amount as specified under Ministry’s
Office Memorandum vide F.No. 22-65/2017-IA.III dated 1st May 2018
amounting to Rs. ............crores, shall be earmarked by the
project proponent, towards Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER).
Distinct CER projects shall be carved out based on the local public hearing
issues. Project estimate shall be prepared based on PWD schedule of rates for
each distinct Item and schedule for time bound action plan shall be prepared.
These CER projects as indicated by the project proponent shall be implemented
along with the main project. Implementation of such program shall be ensured
by constituting a Committee comprising of the project proponent,
representatives of village Panchayat& District Administration. Action taken
report in this regard shall be submitted to the Ministry’s Regional Office. No
free distribution/donations and or free camps shall be included in the above CER
budget
12. Any litigation pending against the project and/or any direction/order passed by any Court
of Law against the project, if so, details thereof shall also be included. Has the unit
received any notice under the Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or
relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts? If so, details thereof and compliance/ATR to
the notice(s) and present status of the case.
13. A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance of above ToRs.
14. The ToRs prescribed shall be valid for a period of three years for submission of the EIA-
EMP reports along with Public Hearing Proceedings (wherever stipulated).
The following general points shall be noted:
i. All documents shall be properly indexed, page numbered.
ii. Period/date of data collection shall be clearly indicated.
iii. Authenticated English translation of all material in Regional languages shall be
provided.
iv. The letter/application for environmental clearance shall quote the MOEF&CC file No.
and also attach a copy of the letter.
v. The copy of the letter received from the Ministry shall be also attached as an annexure
to the final EIA-EMP Report.
vi. The index of the final EIA-EMP report must indicate the specific chapter and page no.
of the EIA-EMP Report
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vii. While preparing the EIA report, the instructions for the proponents and instructions for
the consultants issued by MOEF&CC vide O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-IA.II (I) dated
4th August, 2009, which are available on the website of this Ministry shall also be
followed.
viii. The consultants involved in the preparation of EIA-EMP report after accreditation with
Quality Council of India (QCl)/National Accreditation Board of Education and
Training (NABET) would need to include a certificate in this regard in the EIA-EMP
reports prepared by them and data provided by other organization/Laboratories
including their status of approvals etc. Name of the Consultant and the Accreditation
details shall be posted on the EIA-EMP Report as well as on the cover of the Hard Copy
of the Presentation material for EC presentation.
ix. ToRs’ prescribed by the Expert Appraisal Committee (Industry) shall be considered for
preparation of EIA-EMP report for the project in addition to all the relevant information
as per the ‘Generic Structure of EIA’ given in Appendix III and IIIA in the EIA
Notification, 2006. Where the documents provided are in a language other than English,
an English translation shall be provided. The draft EIA-EMP report shall be submitted
to the State Pollution Control Board of the concerned State for conduct of Public
Hearing. The SPCBshall conduct the Public Hearing/public consultation, district-wise,
as per the provisions of EIA notification, 2006. The Public Hearing shall be chaired by
an Officer not below the rank of Additional District Magistrate. The issues raised in the
Public Hearing and during the consultation process and the commitments made by the
project proponent on the same shall be included separately in EIA-EMP Report in a
separate chapter and summarised in a tabular chart with financial budget (capital and
revenue) along with time-schedule of implementation for complying with the
commitments made. The final EIA report shall be submitted to the Ministry for
obtaining environmental clearance.
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ANNEXURE-2
ADDITIONAL ToRS FOR INTEGRATED STEEL PLANT
1. Iron ore/coal linkage documents along with the status of environmental clearance of iron
ore and coal mines
2. Quantum of production of coal and iron ore from coal & iron ore mines and the projects
they cater to. Mode of transportation to the plant and its impact
3. For Large ISPs, a 3-D view i.e. DEM (Digital Elevation Model) for the area in 10 km
radius from the proposal site. MRL details of project site and RL of nearby sources of
water shall be indicated.
4. Recent land-use map based on satellite imagery. High-resolution satellite image data
having 1m-5m spatial resolution like quickbird, Ikonos, IRS P-6 pan sharpened etc. for
the 10 Km radius area from proposed site. The same shall be used for land used/land-
cover mapping of the area.
5. PM (PM10 and P2.5) present in the ambient air must be analysed for source analysis –
natural dust/RSPM generated from plant operations (trace elements) of PM10 to be
carried over.
6. All stock piles will have to be on top of a stable liner to avoid leaching of materials to
ground water.
7. Plan for the implementation of the recommendations made for the steel plants in the
CREP guidelines.
8. Plan for slag utilization
9. Plan for utilization of energy in off gases (coke oven, blast furnace)
10. System of coke quenching adopted with justification.
11. Trace metals Mercury, arsenic and fluoride emissions in the raw material.
12. Trace metals in waste material especially slag.
13. Trace metals in water
14. Details of proposed layout clearly demarcating various units within the plant.
15. Complete process flow diagram describing each unit, its processes and operations, along
with material and energy inputs and outputs (material and energy balance).
16. Details on design and manufacturing process for all the units.
17. Details on environmentally sound technologies for recycling of hazardous materials, as
per CPCB Guidelines, may be mentioned in case of handling scrap and other recycled
materials.
18. Details on requirement of energy and water along with its source and authorization from
the concerned department. Location of water intake and outfall points (with coordinates).
19. Details on toxic metal content in the waste material and its composition and end use
(particularly of slag).
20. Details on toxic content (TCLP), composition and end use of slag.
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ADDITIONAL ToRS FOR PELLET PLANT
1. Iron ore/coal linkage documents along with the status of environmental clearance of
iron ore and coal mines
2. Quantum of production of coal and iron ore from coal & iron ore mines and the projects
they cater to. Mode of transportation to the plant and its impact
3. Recent land-use map based on satellite imagery. High-resolution satellite image data
having 1m-5m spatial resolution like quickbird, Ikonos, IRS P-6 pan sharpened etc. for
the 10 Km radius area from proposed site. The same shall be used for land used/land-
cover mapping of the area.
4. PM(PM10 and P2.5) present in the ambient air must be analysed for source analysis –
natural dust/RSPM generated from plant operations (trace elements) of PM10 to be
carried over.
5. All stock piles will have to be on top of a stable liner to avoid leaching of materials to
ground water.
6. Plan for the implementation of the recommendations made for the steel plants in the
CREP guidelines.
7. Plan for slag utilization
8. Plan for utilization of energy in off gases (coke oven, blast furnace)
9. System of coke quenching adopted with justification.
10. Trace metals Mercury, arsenic and fluoride emissions in the raw material.
11. Trace metals in waste material especially slag.
12. Trace metals in water
ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR CEMENT INDUSTRY
1. Limestone and coal linkage documents along with the status of environmental clearance
of limestone and coal mines
2. Quantum of production of coal and limestone from coal & limestone mines and the
projects they cater to;
3. Present land use shall be prepared based on satellite imagery. High-resolution satellite
image data having 1m-5m spatial resolution like quickbird, Ikonos, IRS P-6 pan
sharpened etc. for the 10 Km radius area from proposed site. The same shall be used for
land used/land-cover mapping of the area.
4. If the raw materials used have trace elements, an environment management plan shall
also be included.
5. Plan for the implementation of the recommendations made for the cement plants in the
CREP guidelines must be prepared.
6. Energy consumption per ton of clinker and cement grinding
7. Provision of waste heat recovery boiler
8. Arrangement for co-processing of hazardous waste in cement plant.
9. Trace metals in waste material especially slag.
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ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR PULP AND PAPER INDUSTRY
i. A note on pulp washing system capable of handling wood pulp shall be included.
ii. Manufacturing process details for the existing and proposed plant shall be included.
Chapter on Pulping & Bleaching shall include: no black liquor spillage in the area of
pulp mill; no use of elemental chlorine for bleaching in mill; installation of hypo
preparation plant; no use of potcher washing and use of counter current or horizontal
belt washers. Chapter on Chemical Recovery shall include: no spillage of foam in
chemical recovery plant, no discharge of foul condensate generated from MEE directly
to ETP; control of suspended particulate matter emissions from the stack of fluidized
bed recovery boiler and ESP in lime kiln
iii. Studies shall be conducted and a chapter shall be included to show that Soda pulping
process can be employed for Eucalyptus/Casuarina to produce low kappa (bleachable)
grade of pulp.
iv. Commitment that only elemental Chlorine-free technology will be used for the
manufacture of paper and existing plant without chemical recovery plant will be closed
within 2 years of issue of environment clearance.
v. A commitment that no extra chlorine basebleaching chemicals (more than being used
now) will be employed and AOx will remain within limits as per CREP for used based
mills.Plan for reduction of water consumption.
ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR LEATHER/SKIN/HIDE PROCESSING INDUSTRY
1. Justification for engaging a particular type of process (raw hide/skin into semi finishing
or finished leather, semi-finished leather to finished leather, dry finishing operations,
chrome/vegetable tanning, etc.).
2. Details regarding complete leather/ skin/ hide processing including the usage of
sulphides, nitrogen compounds, chromium or other tanning agents, post-tanning
chemicals, biocides, etc., along with the material balance shall be provided.
3. In case of chrome tanning, details of the chrome recovery plant, management of
shavings/solid waste including safe disposal.
4. Details on reuse of soak liquor / saline stream from membrane system, if applicable, to
the extent possible in pickling activity after required treatment. Also, mention the salt
recovery measures.
ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR COKE OVEN PLANT
1. Justification for selecting recovery/non-recovery (beehive) type batteries with the
proposed unit size.
2. Details of proposed layout clearly demarcating various facilities such as coal storages,
coke making, by-product recovery area,etc within the plant.
3. Details of coke oven plant (recovery/non-recovery type) including coal handling, coke
oven battery operations, coke handling and preparation.
4. Scheme for coal changing, charging emission centre, Coke quenching technology,
pushing emission control.
5. Scheme for coke oven effluent treatment plant details including scheme for meeting
cyanide standard.
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ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR ASBESTOS MILLING AND ASBESTOS BASED
PRODUCTS
1. Type of the project – new/expansion/modernization
2. Type of fibres used (Asbestos and others) and preference of selection from techno-
environmental angle should be furnished
3. As asbestos is used in several products and as the level of precautions differ from
milling to usage in cement products, friction products gasketing, textiles and also differ
with the process used, it is necessary to give process description and reasons for the
choice for selection of process
4. Technology adopted, flow chart, process description and layout marking areas of
potential environmental impacts
5. National standards and codes of practice in the use of asbestos particular to the industry
should be furnished
6. In case of newly introduced technology, it should include the consequences of any
failure of equipment/ technology and the product on environmental status.
7. In case of expansion project asbestos fibre to be measured at slack emission and work
zone area, besides base line air quality.
8. In case of green field project asbestos fibre to be measured at ambient air.
ADDITIONAL ToRs FOR
METALLURGICAL INDUSTRY (FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS)
1. Complete process flow diagram describing each unit, its processes and operations,
along with material and energy inputs & outputs (material and energy balance).
2. Emission from sulphuric acid plant and sulphur muck management.
3. Details on installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System with recording with
proper calibration system
4. Details on toxic metals including fluoride emissions
5. Details on stack height.
6. Details on ash disposal and management
7. Complete process flow diagram describing process of lead/zinc/copper/ aluminium, etc.
8. Details on smelting, thermal refining, melting, slag fuming, and Waelz kiln operation
9. Details on Holding and de-gassing of molten metal from primary and secondary
aluminium, materials pre-treatment, and from melting and smelting of secondary
aluminium
10. Details on toxic metal content in the waste material and its composition and end use
(particularly of slag).
11. Trace metals in waste material especially slag.
12. Plan for trace metal recovery
13. Trace metals in water
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Executive Summary
Executive summary of the report in about 8-10 pages incorporating the following:
i. Project name and location (Village, Dist, State, Industrial Estate (if applicable)
ii. Products and capacities. If expansion proposal, then existing products with capacities
and reference to earlier EC.
iii. Requirement of land, raw material, water, power, fuel, with source of supply
(Quantitative)
iv. Process description in brief, specifically indicating the gaseous emission, liquid effluent
and solid and hazardous wastes. Materials balance shall be presented.
v. Measures for mitigating the impact on the environment and mode of discharge or
disposal.
vi. Capital cost of the project, estimated time of completion
vii. Site selected for the project – Nature of land – Agricultural (single/double crop), barren,
Govt/private land, status of is acquisition, nearby (in 2-3 km.) water body, population,
with in 10km other industries, forest, eco-sensitive zones, accessibility, (note – in case
of industrial estate this information may not be necessary)
viii. Baseline environmental data – air quality, surface and ground water quality, soil
characteristic, flora and fauna, socio-economic condition of the nearby population
ix. Identification of hazards in handling, processing and storage of hazardous material and
safety system provided to mitigate the risk.
x. Likely impact of the project on air, water, land, flora-fauna and nearby population
xi. Emergency preparedness plan in case of natural or in plant emergencies
xii. Issues raised during public hearing (if applicable) and response given
xiii. CSR plan with proposed expenditure.
xiv. Occupational Health Measures
xv. Post project monitoring plan
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